Statistics and regulation
Official data, economic indicators, government regulations, and analysis of market dynamics.
CPC investigates NHIF: Is there a monopoly on medical device prices?
The Commission for Protection of Competition has launched an investigation into the NHIF's procedures for payment of medical devices and assistive aids worth over 100 million euros per year.
Bulgaria with low levels of digital skills among youth: Where do we stand in the EU?
Eurostat reports that only 52.9% of young people in Bulgaria possess basic digital skills. See which countries are the leaders and what the gender gap is in the EU.
Average insurance income in Bulgaria: Current data and impact on pensions
Check out the latest data on the average insurance income in Bulgaria. How will the figure of 1033.62 euros for May 2026 affect newly granted pensions?
Climate crisis: 10,000 deaths due to record heat in Europe
New data reveals that June was fatal for thousands of people. Experts warn: extreme heat is a direct result of climate change.
Bulgarian companies among the leaders in innovation: What does the EUIPN 2025 report show?
Bulgaria holds a leading position in Europe in terms of trademark applications. See how local businesses use the intellectual property system to grow and protect their innovations.
"Vazrazhdane" on banning social media for children: Precise wording is needed
MPs from "Vazrazhdane" support the idea of restricting social media for minors but criticized the GERB bill as vague and ineffective.
95% of levs have already been withdrawn: BNB reports success in the transition to the euro
More than 95% of the lev circulation has been withdrawn, confirmed Ilia Lingorski from the BNB. The process of transitioning to the eurozone is proceeding extremely smoothly and ahead of schedule.
Price jump: The small consumer basket became more expensive in June
The small consumer basket increased in price by 0.5% in June, and the CITUB (Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria) is raising the alarm over huge markups in retail, reaching up to 151%.
Ministry of Interior changes rules for spending from road safety fund
Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev has ordered that funds from the "Road Safety" fund be used as a priority to reduce traffic fatalities following a critical report by the National Audit Office.
Tsoncho Ganev: Institutional chaos and fake data about the Eurozone
Tsoncho Ganev from the "Vazrazhdane" party exposes the parallels between illegal construction near Varna and manipulated inflation data regarding Bulgaria's entry into the Eurozone.
"Democratic Bulgaria": Mechanical budget cuts for culture are unacceptable
Democratic Bulgaria opposes the 10 percent cut to the budgets of cultural institutions, describing it as a purely accounting measure devoid of reform and analysis.
Record Pension Growth: NSSI Reports Expenses for 2026
Pension expenses in Bulgaria have increased by nearly ten percent. The National Social Security Institute reported over 4.8 billion euros in paid-out funds up to April 2026.
The "Stores for the People" chain is closing: 2 million BGN spent, the rest returned to the budget
Minister Hristanov announced the closure of the "Stores for the People" chain due to low revenues, links to a sanctioned figure, and suspicious spending. Approximately 2 million BGN has been spent, while the remaining 8 million BGN is being returned to the budget.
Scandal with "Stores for the People": Empty Shelves and Huge Salaries? Gyurov Reacts!
Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov announced a "state-funded experiment for draining funds" in the "Stores for the People" chain. The Minister of Agriculture reported losses and empty shelves.
Necessary Monthly Income for a Three-Person Family in Bulgaria in 2026 - 1473 Euros
The CITUB (Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria) reported data on the necessary monthly income for a three-person family and a single working person in Bulgaria during the first quarter of 2026. The income for subsistence increased by 2.3% on a quarterly basis and 5.2% on an annual basis. A rise in food prices is noted, especially for vegetables, fruits, and meat.