eurozone accession (34)

Dombrovskis: The euro does't absolve a country from the obligation for fiscal discipline

It's official: Bulgaria will become the 21st member of the eurozone on January 1, 2026

ECOFIN voted unanimously to introduce the single currency at a fixed exchange rate of 1.95583 leva per euro

The European Parliament has opened the doors of the eurozone to Bulgaria

MEPs have approved the introduction of the single currency in the country from January 1, 2026.

BNB: The benefits of introducing the euro in Bulgaria will be long-lasting

The benefits of joining the eurozone are significant and long-term, said Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev, quoted by his institution

ECOFIN unanimously supports Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone

The European Union's economic and finance ministers (ECOFIN) unanimously approved the introduction of the euro in Bulgaria on January 1, 2026

The Eurogroup approves Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone on January 1, 2026

The Eurogroup approves Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone on January 1, 2026. Today's recommendation by the eurozone finance ministers is key

The Fiscal Council expects Bulgaria's credit rating to be upgraded in July

Bulgaria's credit rating may be upgraded in July, when the final decision on the country's accession to the eurozone is expected

“An important sign”: Positive attitudes toward the euro are growing in Bulgaria

In Bulgarian society, there is a balance between optimistic and pessimistic attitudes toward the introduction of the euro in the country

Kristalina Georgieva: The eurozone will protect Bulgarians in our changing world

According to the managing director of the IMF, the euro will improve Bulgaria's credit rating and thus its attractiveness to investors

Dombrovskis: The eurozone is the best investment for Bulgaria's future

According to the European Commissioner, the country's economic performance in recent years has been impressive

“Bulgaria, see you soon”: What are the reactions from Brussels to the positive reports on the euro?

According to EC President Ursula von der Leyen, the euro will bring more investment, income, and jobs to Bulgaria

ECB and EC approve introduction of the euro in Bulgaria

The country meets all technical criteria for joining the euro area, according to the published convergence reports

Rosen Zhelyazkov: The euro offers more prospects than the currency board

The Prime Minister and Kristalina Georgieva discussed Bulgaria's preparations for the euro

UBB: January 1, 2026 remains a promising date for the euro

Bulgaria consistently meets all quantitative criteria for joining the eurozone and expects a positive political decision

“Fully prepared”: Bulgarian National Bank governor expects improved attitudes toward the euro

According to the central bank governor, the number of skeptics in Bulgaria will decrease significantly after the introduction of the new currency