In 2024, the average gross annual salary in Bulgaria is 27,881 BGN (EUR 14,255), according to preliminary data from the National Statistical Institute. Compared to 2023, this marks an increase of 13.9%, with the public sector seeing an increase of 14.8% and the private sector an increase of 13.5%.
In the public sector, the highest average gross annual salary is in the "Financial and Insurance Activities" sector (65,191 BGN/EUR 33,331.64/, while in the private sector, it is in the "Creation and Distribution of Information and Creative Products; Telecommunications" sector (64,257 BGN/ EUR 32,854.09/.
The two largest trade unions in Bulgaria - the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria and the Confederation of Trade Unions "Podkrepa" - are organizing a warning protest in front of the Council of Ministers building. It is planned for..
In view of the country's declining population, the Fiscal Council recommends that the government take savings measures in the 2026 state budget. The measures include: reducing the municipal administration by merging municipalities;..
No disruptions or price increases are expected on Bulgaria’s fuel market following the US sanctions imposed on Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, Bulgarian Petroleum and Gas Association Chairman Svetoslav Benchev told BTA. "For now, I..
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