Bulgaria's Central Bank Warns Inflation Could Rise to 3.7% in 2026 Amid Energy Shock Risks

The Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) has warned that inflation in Bulgaria is projected to rise to 3.7% in 2026, with geopolitical tensions in the Middle East identified as a key external risk factor. The central bank notes that the ongoing conflict is creating heightened uncertainty for global energy markets, which directly affects inflation forecasts both in the euro area and in Bulgaria. ...