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Celebrating 25 Years of the Euro: Bulgaria Aims to Join the Currency Union

Marking a significant milestone, the euro commemorates its 25th anniversary since its inception

Business » Finance | January 1, 2024, Monday // 13:58 | Viewed: 10979

Bulgaria Kicks Off 2024 with Approved State Budget Amid Economic Projections

Bulgaria ushers in the new year on a different note, as the State Budget Act for 2024 gets the green light, marking a departure from previous years of budgetary uncertainties

Business » Finance | December 31, 2023, Sunday // 11:05 | Viewed: 2828

Economic Shift: Bulgaria's Business Climate Slumps in December

Bulgaria faces a challenging turn in its business climate as December reports unveil a decline in the total business climate indicator by 1.8 percentage points (pps), dropping to 19.8% from November's 21.6%

Business | December 30, 2023, Saturday // 09:11 | Viewed: 3353

Transformative Measures: Bulgaria's Wage Increase and Pension Surge Announced

In a recent update on the Labour and Social Policy Ministry's achievements from June to December 2023, Minister Ivanka Shalapatova revealed plans for a significant increase in the minimum monthly wage, set to rise to BGN 933, marking nearly a 20% incremen

Business » Finance | December 29, 2023, Friday // 15:21 | Viewed: 5819

Debt Check: Bulgaria's External Liabilities Dip Below EUR 42.5 Million

Bulgaria's Gross External Debt stood at approximately EUR 42,410 million by the end of October 2023, marking a 3.7% decrease from the same period in 2022, according to data released by the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB)

Business » Finance | December 29, 2023, Friday // 15:06 | Viewed: 3184

"Bulgargaz" Proposes 11% Decrease in January Natural Gas Prices

"Bulgargaz" anticipates a notable reduction in natural gas prices by approximately 11% starting in January

Business » Energy | December 29, 2023, Friday // 12:13 | Viewed: 3274

Government Greenlights New Law Paving Bulgaria's Path to Eurozone Entry

The Bulgarian government has given its nod to a brand-new Law on the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB), specifically designed to facilitate Bulgaria's seamless integration into the Eurozone

Business » Finance | December 28, 2023, Thursday // 17:30 | Viewed: 4805

Modern Technology's Effect on Today's Business Environment

In the ever-changing context of business, advanced technology inclusion is becoming more than merely a trend, it's becoming a need.

Business » Industry | December 28, 2023, Thursday // 08:23 | Viewed: 3010

Azerbaijan Open to Potential Acquisition of Lukoil Neftohim Burgas

Azerbaijan's Ambassador to Bulgaria, Huseyn Huseynov, conveyed in an interview with "Euronews Bulgaria" that Azerbaijan remains receptive to considering the acquisition of Bulgaria's Lukoil Neftohim Burgas oil refinery

Business » Energy | December 26, 2023, Tuesday // 11:24 | Viewed: 4185

New Seasonal Flights Connect Varna Airport to Paris

Exciting news for travel enthusiasts and vacation planners as Varna Airport gears up to introduce regular flights to Paris starting from April 12, 2024

Business » Tourism | December 24, 2023, Sunday // 15:19 | Viewed: 5308

Bulgaria's Nexo Crypto Platform Investigation Closed: No Evidence of Crimes Found

After an extensive and meticulous investigation, Bulgaria’s Prosecutor’s Office announced the closure of the high-profile inquiry into the cryptocurrency firm Nexo

Business | December 23, 2023, Saturday // 11:19 | Viewed: 4353

Bulgarian Parliament Passes 2024 State Budget Spending Items On Second Reading

The National Assembly made significant strides on Thursday, greenlighting key spending allocations from the 2024 State Budget Bill during the second reading

Business » Finance | December 21, 2023, Thursday // 17:07 | Viewed: 3708

European Commission Initiates Proceedings Against Bulgaria, Austria, and Poland for Missed Climate Plan Deadlines

The European Commission has taken formal action against Bulgaria, Austria, and Poland, urging these nations to submit their revised national energy and climate plans aligning with the EU's 2030 climate and energy goals

Business » Energy | December 21, 2023, Thursday // 16:47 | Viewed: 5104

Government Contemplates Absorbing BGN 1.6 Billion Liabilities from Sofia Heating Company

The Bulgarian National Assembly passed a resolution, greenlighting the potential takeover of liabilities amounting to BGN 1.6 billion from Toplofikacia Sofia, the primary district heating company in the capital city

Business » Energy | December 21, 2023, Thursday // 14:33 | Viewed: 3527

Ryanair Unveils New Routes: Sofia to Copenhagen and Alicante

Bulgaria's Sofia airport revealed exciting news of Ryanair's plans to introduce two fresh direct flight routes in 2024

Business » Tourism | December 21, 2023, Thursday // 13:30 | Viewed: 7607

US House of Representatives Probes Bulgarian Legal Amendments on Lukoil's Russian Oil Imports

The United States has formally requested detailed clarification from Bulgaria regarding recent legal amendments passed by the Bulgarian parliament concerning Lukoil, the import of Russian oil, and any exceptions granted

Business » Energy | December 21, 2023, Thursday // 11:40 | Viewed: 4475

Brick by Brick: Bulgaria Celebrates Inaugural LEGO® Store Launch at Paradise Center

The world-renowned LEGO® brand celebrated a momentous occasion in Bulgaria as its first officially certified store threw open its doors at Paradise Center in Sofia

Business | December 20, 2023, Wednesday // 16:44 | Viewed: 4876

European Commission Greenlights EUR 120 Million Aid to Bulgargaz Amid War In Ukraine

The European Commission has given its nod to a EUR 120 million aid package for Bulgargaz Ltd., Bulgaria's state gas supplier, in response to the repercussions of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Business » Energy | December 20, 2023, Wednesday // 15:54 | Viewed: 4677

Bulgaria's Agricultural Prices Plummet in Latest Eurostat Report

The European Union's latest agricultural data for the third quarter of 2023 portrays a noticeable downturn in agricultural prices, marking a stark reversal from the prior robust growth trend

Business » Industry | December 20, 2023, Wednesday // 13:54 | Viewed: 4693

Bulgaria Sees Surge in Foreign Investments, Hits 15-Year High in 2023

Foreign investments in Bulgaria have soared in the first ten months of 2023, reaching nearly EUR 3.4 billion—an impressive increase of over EUR 1.1 billion from the same period in 2022, marking a remarkable 53.6% year-on-year growth

Business | December 20, 2023, Wednesday // 07:15 | Viewed: 4637

Bulgarian Businesses Raise Concerns Over Regulatory Hurdles and Staffing Shortage

Amidst a recent study by the Bulgarian Industrial Association on the country's business climate in 2023, several key concerns have emerged among the business sector

Business | December 19, 2023, Tuesday // 12:00 | Viewed: 3988
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