Authorities in Bulgaria: Middle East Conflict Has Minimal Impact on Prices, Consumer Basket Rises Slightly

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has so far had no substantial effect on the prices of goods and services in Bulgaria. Authorities report that the domestic market remains stable, and recent increases in fuel costs have translated only into minor adjustments at the consumer level, typically amounting to a few cents. This assessment was shared by the chairman of the Coordination Center for the Euro Mechanism during the weekly briefing. ...