The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, at its meeting on July 7, approved a new version of the Procedure for the implementation of the “Grants for Processing Enterprises” programme. A new strand has been introduced within the programme – grants for restoring production capacities for processing enterprises damaged by russia’s armed aggression. These enterprises can…
The Government has allocated a subvention of UAH 446 million to regions for the development and establishment of veterans’ spaces, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal has announced during a Cabinet meeting. The funds will be directed to Zhytomyr, Zakarpattia, Ivano-Frankivsk and Kyiv regions, as well as the Kremenchuk, Lutsk and Kryvyi Rih communities. “Co-financing with local…
On July 3, the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine held a public discussion of the first drafts of the Employment Strategy of Ukraine 2030. This strategic framework is intended to become a practical tool for economic development: to help reduce unemployment, expand access to work, and increase labor market flexibility. The main goal is to…
Bulgaria registered the second-largest increase in housing prices among EU member states in the first quarter of 2025, according to Eurostat. Residential property prices in the country surged by 15.1% YoY for the period, placing Bulgaria just behind Portugal, where the increase reached 16.3%. Since 2010, Bulgarian house prices have risen by a total of…
The real estate market in Bulgaria in the first half of 2025 continues to evolve, with Sofia maintaining its status as the country’s most expensive city for property purchases. However, regional centers such as Varna, Plovdiv, Burgas and notably Ruse are showing the most significant growth in prices and buyer interest. Sofia leads in pricing,…
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal chaired a meeting in Donetsk region to discuss topical issues of the region and areas of support. The event included government officials and the head of the regional military administration (RMA). An important topic raised was the issue of fortifications and the needs of the military. Officials considered the possibility of…
How will Bulgaria’s property market evolve after the switch to the euro? This question concerns homeowners, investors and prospective buyers alike. Typically, euro adoption triggers a surge in demand and price growth, attracting foreign investment. Yet, the currency change’s impact cannot be viewed in isolation; broader economic conditions and interest rate policies are crucial factors.…