On November 6-12, the Customs Service collected over 756.8 million lei (about 37.8 million euros) to the state budget. During this period, private people brought goods with the customs value exceeding the non-taxable limit, and payments amounting to over 40.5 million lei were collected, which was 5.4% of the total amount. The money collected from…
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 (roughly 1,000 euros). September recorded an average gross monthly salary of BGN 2,072, marking a significant increase compared to July (BGN 1,973) and August (BGN 1,957) of the…
Poland’s long-term rating in foreign currency was affirmed at the A- level with stable outlook by global rating agency Fitch on November 10. According to the agency, “Poland’s ratings are supported by a diversified economy, a fairly sound macroeconomic framework anchored by EU membership, and slightly lower public debt levels than rated peers. This is…
In October, Ukraine increased the volume of exports of dairy products by 17% MoM, while cash receipts rose by 22.6%, the Association of Dairy Producers reported. “According to preliminary data of the State Statistics Service of Ukraine, in October, Ukraine exported 8,790 tons of dairy products worth $18.15 million. The natural volumes of exports increased…
Funding for support programmes for war veterans will be doubled in 2024. This was announced by Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during a Government meeting on November 10. “We earmark UAH 14 billion to provide our veterans with the necessary services and support. We are building a new veterans’ policy. We will fully launch the Veteran’s…
The first batch of assistance from the French Ministry of the Armed Forces for the National Army has arrived in Chisinau. It was delivered by air. According to the Ministry of Defense, the aid contains personal equipment, logistical supplies, light infantry weapons and ammunition. This is the first batch of support from the French Republic…
Bulgaria’s industrial landscape faced a substantial setback in September, witnessing a sharp decline both on a monthly and yearly scale, according to data from the National Statistical Institute. The year-on-year contraction reached a staggering 11.5%, surpassing the 2.7% dip compared to August. Breaking down the data, the production and distribution of electricity, heat and gas…