Bulgaria Falls Out of Top 50 in Global Economic Freedom Rankings
Bulgaria has fallen out of the top 50 countries worldwide in terms of economic freedom
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Housing Loans in Bulgaria Surge by 25.9%, Reaching BGN 23.6 Billion
Housing loans in Bulgaria have continued to grow rapidly.
Bulgaria's Industry Grows for Third Consecutive Month
Bulgaria's industrial production has seen growth for the third consecutive month, with a reported increase of 0.8% in August compared to July
Registered Construction Companies in Bulgaria Surge to Nearly 7,500, Led by Small Firms
The registered construction companies in Bulgaria have reached nearly 7,500 for the first time.
State-Owned "Mini Maritsa-Istok" Faces Mounting Losses Amid Declining Coal Sales
The losses of the state-owned company "Mini Maritsa-Istok" are escalating at an alarming rate due to decreased operations and a decline in coal sales
Bulgaria Leads Europe in Car Market Growth with 18.4% Increase in 2024
Bulgarians Favor Diesel Cars as Electric Vehicle Sales Plummet: September Market Report
Sofia's Rental Market: Preferences for Furnished Homes in Prime Locations
Tenants in Bulgaria are increasingly seeking furnished apartments in newly constructed residential buildings
From Cuba to Nepal: Bulgaria's Growing Foreign Labor Market
Bulgaria is increasingly drawing its workforce from various continents, with the "Migration" Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs allowing foreign nationals from 17 non-EU countries to work in the country
Only 1.5% of Bulgarians Experience Housing Challenges
In 2023, around 4.9 percent of residents aged 16 and older in the European Union reported experiencing housing difficulties, defined as lacking a permanent home and relying on temporary accommodation
Women Hold 35% of All Leadership Roles in Bulgaria's Private and Public Sectors
42% of Senior Administrative Positions in State Administration Held by Women
IT Job Listings in Bulgaria Decline by Nearly 50% Over Two Years
There are currently 44,000 job vacancies nationwide for September, indicating a slowing labor market in Bulgaria
Over Half of Bulgarian Employers Plan No New Hires in the Next Six Months
Over half of employers in Bulgaria have no plans to hire new staff in the next six months, according to recent findings from the Bulgarian Employment Confederation (BEC)
Robinhood Expands with Margin Trading in the UK
Robinhood Markets Inc, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency exchange arena, announced on Monday the launch of its "margin investing" service in the United Kingdom, offering some of the most competitive rates in the crypto sector.
Global Gold Rush: Investors Seek Security Amid Geopolitical Turmoil
A global surge of interest in gold has emerged among investors, commonly referred to as "gold fever"
Bulgarian Economist Assures Eurozone Entry Remains Secure Amid Budget Challenges
Bulgarian economist Georgi Ganev assured that the country’s entry into the Eurozone is not at risk
Gradual Heating Activation Begins in Sofia: Schools and Health Facilities Prioritized
Toplofikatsia Sofia" (Heating Sofia) has announced that the gradual start-up of the heating system in the capital will begin on October 21
Sofia Sees 12% Increase in Tourist Arrivals in First Half of Year
In the first half of the year, Sofia experienced a 12% increase in tourist arrivals compared to the same period last year, as reported by the Unified Tourist Information System of the Ministry of Tourism.
Periods of High Inflation in Bulgaria Are Over, Says Statistical Chief
According to Assoc. Dr. Atanas Atanasov, chairman of the National Statistical Institute (NSI), periods of high inflation in Bulgaria are now a thing of the past
Fitch Confirms Bulgaria’s BBB Rating, Boosting Eurozone Hopes
Fitch Ratings has confirmed Bulgaria's long-term credit rating at BBB with a positive outlook
Bulgaria's Trade Deficit Shrinks by Over 30% in August Amid Mixed Economic Signals
Bulgaria's trade deficit in August fell by over 30% year-on-year, reaching 287.8 million euros compared to 413.8 million euros during the same month last year
Bulgaria Ready to Assist Ukraine with Winter Electricity Supply
Bulgaria is positioned to assist Ukraine with electricity during the winter months, as confirmed in a recent meeting between Acting Energy Minister Vladimir Malinov and his Ukrainian counterpart,
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