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Bulgaria's Economic Outlook: OECD Forecasts 2.8% Growth in 2024

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has revised Bulgaria's economic growth forecasts in its latest World Economic Outlook report, signaling a 1.7% growth rate for 2023, slowing due to external factors, with a projected accele

Business » Finance | November 30, 2023, Thursday // 11:03 | Viewed: 3134

Sergey Kondratenko: Regulation in Open Banking, Approaches of Different Countries

In recent years, the financial sector has been undergoing significant changes due to widespread digital transformation.

Business » Finance | November 30, 2023, Thursday // 09:53 | Viewed: 2530

Bulgarian National Bank Governor Recommends Fiscal Buffer in 2024 Budget

During a parliamentary budget committee meeting, Dimitar Radev, the Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB), advocated for a strategic fiscal approach, proposing a 10% buffer allocation within the budget for 2024

Business » Finance | November 28, 2023, Tuesday // 16:01 | Viewed: 2387

Countdown to Eurozone: Bulgaria Awaits June Decision

Deputy Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB), Andrey Gyurov, has highlighted June as the pivotal month for Bulgaria's Eurozone aspirations

Business » Finance | November 25, 2023, Saturday // 12:26 | Viewed: 5719

Standard & Poor's Raised the Outlook for Bulgaria's Credit Rating

The international rating agency "Standard & Poor's" raised the outlook for Bulgaria's credit rating to positive from stable, the Ministry of Finance announced

Business » Finance | November 25, 2023, Saturday // 10:44 | Viewed: 4364

New Tax Rules in Bulgaria: EU Directive Impacts Multinationals

Bulgaria's parliament advances changes to the Corporate Income Tax Act during its first reading, aligning with the European Directive aimed at ensuring minimum effective taxation for multinational corporations in the EU single market

Business » Finance | November 25, 2023, Saturday // 08:08 | Viewed: 5092

Bulgaria's 2024 State Budget Approved with 3% Deficit to Meet Eurozone Criteria

Bulgaria's government greenlights the 2024 state budget, securing approval for the medium-term forecast and insurance budgets. Finance Minister Assen Vassilev notes potential revisions if revenues exceed expectations

Business » Finance | November 24, 2023, Friday // 18:44 | Viewed: 3961

The Bulgarian Parliament Reduced the Amount of Cash Payments to BGN 5,000.

The Parliament has endorsed key amendments in the tax insurance procedural code, notably slashing the cash payment threshold from BGN 10,000 to BGN 5,000

Business » Finance | November 24, 2023, Friday // 18:27 | Viewed: 7168

Bulgaria's Economic Council Bolsters Support for Eurozone Entry by 2025

In a recent meeting between the Economic and Social Council (ESC) representatives and the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev, the ESC reaffirmed its staunch support for Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone by January 1, 2025

Business » Finance | November 22, 2023, Wednesday // 15:30 | Viewed: 2961

Bulgaria: 2024 State Budget Faces Dissent from Social Partners, Urgent Cabinet Meeting Planned

The 2024 state budget bill encountered resistance from several social partners on Tuesday, as revealed in a meeting of the National Council for Tripartite Cooperation

Business » Finance | November 22, 2023, Wednesday // 11:45 | Viewed: 2284

Head of the Largest Crypto Exchange Resigned with Admission that He Laundered Money

The head of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by turnover, has resigned and pleaded guilty to violating US anti-money laundering laws

Business » Finance | November 22, 2023, Wednesday // 11:00 | Viewed: 2507

Bulgarian National Bank Overhauls Regulations Prepping for Eurozone Entry

A significant shift is on the horizon for Bulgaria's financial landscape as the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) gears up for its integration into the Eurozone by January 1, 2025

Business » Finance | November 21, 2023, Tuesday // 13:50 | Viewed: 4016

What will Bulgarian Euro Coins Look Like?

Yesterday, at a meeting of the Coordination Council for Bulgaria's preparation for Eurozone membership, the artistic projects for the design of the Bulgarian national side of the euro coins of all denominations

Business » Finance | November 17, 2023, Friday // 11:02 | Viewed: 5256

EU Commission Projects Bulgaria's Economic Slowdown in 2024

The European Commission's latest autumn economic forecast reveals Bulgaria's anticipated economic slowdown in 2023 and 2024, followed by a predicted rebound in 2025

Business » Finance | November 16, 2023, Thursday // 08:26 | Viewed: 2831

IMF: Central Bank Digital Currencies could Replace Cash

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) have the potential to replace cash, but adoption may take time, said Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the International Monetary Fund

Business » Finance | November 15, 2023, Wednesday // 16:01 | Viewed: 3783

Inflation in Bulgaria Slowed in October to a Two-Year Low of 5.8%

Annual inflation in Bulgaria slowed down in October to 5.8% from 6.3% a month earlier, according to the data of the National Statistical Institute (NSI)

Business » Finance | November 15, 2023, Wednesday // 15:05 | Viewed: 3392

Empathy as a Service: Why Understanding Customer Emotions is Key to Excellence

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to connect with their customers.

Business » Finance | November 14, 2023, Tuesday // 08:30 | Viewed: 2520

Bulgaria Breaks Barriers: Average Salary Crosses BGN 2,000 Milestone

For the first time in Bulgaria's economic history, the National Statistical Institute (NSI) has reported that the average gross monthly salary has crossed the BGN 2,000 mark

Business » Finance | November 13, 2023, Monday // 15:41 | Viewed: 6432

Bulgaria's Strategic Budget 2024: Paving the Way for Euro Adoption

The Minister of Finance Asen Vassilev presented the draft budget for 2024, which, according to him, allows Bulgaria to meet all the criteria for entering the Eurozone, which is planned for the beginning of 2025

Business » Finance | November 10, 2023, Friday // 18:16 | Viewed: 4148

Bulgaria will Try to Introduce the Euro on January 1, 2025

The government adopted an update of the National Plan for the introduction of the euro in Bulgaria

Business » Finance | November 9, 2023, Thursday // 07:53 | Viewed: 6295

Bulgaria Secures 2.3 Billion Euros in International Debt

Bulgaria has achieved a significant milestone in its fiscal management by successfully raising an external debt of 2.3 billion euros through two separate issues on international markets

Business » Finance | November 7, 2023, Tuesday // 12:17 | Viewed: 2980
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