Economy
Current economic news — markets, investments, business, inflation, and financial policies in the country and globally.
Ban on medicine exports extended and expanded: What you need to know
The outgoing Ministry of Health extends the ban on the export of insulins and antibiotics and imposes new restrictions on medicines. Read the details about the affected medications and the reasons why.
Road Conditions: Current Restrictions and Roadworks in Bulgaria
Current information on road conditions in Bulgaria: restrictions, roadworks, and warnings for drivers. Light snow, reduced visibility, and temporary traffic measures.
BNB: 13 billion BGN in circulation as of January 16, 2026, exchange is proceeding normally
As of January 16, 2026, there are 13 billion BGN in cash circulation, which is a 58% withdrawal compared to the beginning of 2025. The exchange of levs for euros is proceeding normally, with the BNB and some banks working on Saturdays. Free exchange in banks during the first 6 months of 2026.
Lukoil Sells Assets Due to Sanctions: Where and What is Being Sold?
Lukoil is forced to sell its assets outside of Russia due to sanctions. The article examines key Lukoil assets in various countries, including Iraq, Egypt, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Ghana, Congo, Nigeria, Mexico, Bulgaria, Romania, the Netherlands, and the USA, as well as potential buyers and the current situation.
Road Conditions in Bulgaria: Current Restrictions and Repairs (updated)
Current information on road conditions in Bulgaria. Traffic restrictions due to repairs and other causes, including the weather forecast.
New Law on Public Transport: Telematics, Electronic Ticket, and Route Optimization
Minister Karadjov reveals plans for reforms in public transport, including telematics control, a unified electronic ticket, and a National Transport Scheme aimed at improving coordination and reducing delays.
Road Conditions in Bulgaria: Current Restrictions and Repairs (Update)
Current information on road conditions in Bulgaria: restrictions, repairs, and warnings for drivers. (Temperatures from -3°C to +8°C, cloudy weather, wind).
243 Burgas Residents Have Filed Tax Returns for 2026 So Far
Over 240 residents of Burgas region have declared their income to the NRA in the first days of the 2026 tax campaign. The focus is on the Eurozone and changes in payments; a 5% discount for early filing remains in effect.
Ministry of Energy Receives Additional Funds for the Construction of the NRWRF
The outgoing Council of Ministers approved additional funding for the indexation of amounts under a contract for the construction of the National Radioactive Waste Repository Facility (NRWRF) in the amount of 17 million BGN. The funds are allocated in the state budget for 2026. The decision is in connection with an EU directive on the management of radioactive waste.
Government allocates €25 million for lev-to-euro exchange at Bulgarian Post
The caretaker government has allocated an additional €25 million to Bulgarian Post EAD in the form of a revolving loan for the exchange of levs into euros. In the first week, 30 million leva were exchanged and there are requests for another 26 million leva. The loan must be repaid by September 30, 2026.
NSI to announce "flash inflation" for the first time on February 3rd: What does it mean and what to expect?
On February 3rd, the NSI will publish "flash inflation" for January, providing early information on inflation. Assoc. Prof. Atanasov shares about the upcoming changes in the consumer basket, the new COICOP classification and the inclusion of data from retail chains, as well as the achievements of the NSI and the role of Bulgaria in the OECD.
Tax Campaign 2026 Begins: Everything You Need to Know About the Euro and Taxes
The National Revenue Agency (NRA) has announced the start of the tax campaign for 2026, which will be held under the sign of the Euro. Key changes, deadlines, reliefs, and important details from the tax campaign.
Road conditions: Current restrictions and repairs in Bulgaria
Information on road conditions in Bulgaria: current restrictions, repairs on main roads and weather forecast.
Ombudsman and CPC introduce a "fast track" for complaints due to increased prices after the introduction of the euro
The Ombudsman and the Commission for Consumer Protection (CPC) will prioritize the processing of complaints about violated consumer rights and unjustified price increases after the introduction of the euro. The aim is a fast, transparent, and effective resolution of problems.
BNB Revises Economic Growth Forecast: What Awaits Us Until 2027?
The Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) has updated its macroeconomic forecast, noting an upward trend in economic growth in 2025-2027. The analysis examines GDP growth, inflation, and the factors that determine them, including the adoption of the Eurozone.