Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Plovdiv in Transition: How Traders Are Welcoming Double Labeling Before the Introduction of the Euro
A BTA survey reveals the varying readiness of commercial establishments in Plovdiv for the mandatory price labeling in levs and euros, with an emphasis on the grace period until October.
Scandal with Million-Dollar Bonuses at the Road Infrastructure Agency - Prosecutor's Office Investigating
An investigation reveals the distribution of over 2.2 million leva in additional compensation among leadership staff, which has sparked public interest and suspicions of corrupt practices.
ICGB launches new cross-border gas products for Ukraine
The independent transmission operator ICGB announced two new products for natural gas delivery from Greece to Ukraine, offering significant discounts from tariffs.
Council of Ministers Approved Changes in Loan for Bulgargaz
The government extended the term of Bulgargaz's loan agreement by 3 years, including a grace period. The changes aim to ensure financial stability of the gas supplier.
Fuel Taxation in Europe: Trends and Impact
Analysis of fuel excise duties in the EU reveals significant differences between countries and impact on consumers. The EU requires a minimum excise duty of 0.359 euros/l for gasoline.
Repair of Echemishka Tunnel on Hemus Highway: Temporary Restrictions
Important repair works in the Echemishka Tunnel on Hemus Highway will lead to temporary traffic restrictions on August 18 and 19. API provides an alternative route.
Wizz Air expands with new base in Bratislava and flights to Bulgaria
The low-cost airline opens a base in Bratislava and launches new routes to Plovdiv and Varna, strengthening connections between Bulgaria and Slovakia.
Struma Highway Repairs: Temporary Restrictions for Drivers
The RIA announces temporary traffic restrictions on the Struma Highway due to planned repair works. The measures aim to improve safety and maintenance of the highway.
Temporary change in traffic on Hemus Highway due to repair work
Drivers must be extremely careful on August 15 and 16 on the Hemus highway due to planned cleaning activities of ditches between kilometers 25 and 29.
Important change on the Maritza Highway - drivers, be alert!
The Road Infrastructure Agency announces a temporary maintenance of a toll camera tomorrow evening, which will cause traffic changes at kilometer 83 in the direction of Plovdiv.
Large-scale repair of Danube Bridge: Modernization with care for traffic and safety
A key infrastructure project is renovating a 320-meter section of the bridge between Bulgaria and Romania, preserving the artistic elements and ensuring safe vehicle movement.
Gasoline shortage in Bulgaria normalizing, expert claims
The chairman of BPGA Svetoslav Benchev states that the situation with gasoline shortage in Bulgaria is improving. The problem is related to logistical difficulties in the delivery of bioethanol.
Prosecutor's Office Investigates Additional Remunerations in RIA
The Sofia City Prosecutor's Office has assigned KPKONPI to investigate a report of irregularities in the payment of additional remunerations at the "Road Infrastructure" Agency.
New Yambol-Lesovo Railway Line: Study Completed
NRIC announced the completion of a pre-investment study for a new 71-kilometer railway line from Yambol to Lesovo, part of the EU's TEN-T network.
Average Gross Salary in Bulgaria Reached 2572 Leva in 2025
NSI reports a 5.3% increase in the average gross salary in Bulgaria during the second quarter of 2025, reaching 2572 leva. The largest increase is observed in the education sector.