Bulgaria's negative GDP of -3.9% in 2020 and the expected growth of 4% for the first quarter of 2021 show that the economic recovery is close. But there are challenges that could bring back the recession. Such are the lack of private consumption and investment, stagnation in foreign trade, lack of supplies and components from Asia and Europe, which blocks production. This was stated by Plamen Dimitrov, manager of Coface Bulgaria, during the webinar on the topic: "Is a recession expected in the Bulgarian economy?", BTA reported.
The overall business climate indicator in Bulgaria has increased in December by 1.7 points from 17 percent to 18.7% compared to November . An increase in the indicator was observed in the industry sector by 1.9 points, in retail trade by 5.7 points and..
The National Assembly postponed the discussion and voting of the most important fiscal law of the land – the national budget for 2025 – for next year. “If we do not have an approved budget by 19 January, then everything in the country will grind to a..
41% of the member companies of the Bulgarian Industrial Association expect an economic decline in 2025. 21% believe there will be no change compared to 2024. 65% of the respondents anticipate a deterioration in their own business due to the..
Moody's Ratings has affirmed Bulgaria's long-term and short-term rating at Baa1 with a stable outlook. The affirmation of Bulgaria's Baa1 rating..
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