www.pixabay.com Japanese giant Ricoh, a global leader in digital business solutions with an annual turnover of more than $ 18 billion, became a shareholder in one of the first independent Bulgarian software companies - Nemetschek Bulgaria. The deal was finalized on the eve of the 20th anniversary of the Bulgarian company. The change is the result of Ricoh's decision to acquire DocuWare - a leader

This was stated by the Minister of Economy during the Conference of Honorary Consuls of Bulgaria."We will be ready with the Industrial Zones Act very soon. Any investor who wants to come and do business in Bulgaria will be able to take advantage of it. " This was stated by the Minister of Economy Emil Karanikolov during the Conference of Honorary Consuls of the Republic of Bulgaria. 71 of the

www.pixabay.com The Bulgarian economy is ranked 49th in the global competitiveness ranking according to the World Economic Forum (CIF) ranking. In 2019, Bulgaria climbs two positions in the prestigious ranking, comprising 141 countries worldwide. The country’s score is 64.9 points. The Bulgarian economy is more competitive than most economies in our region. Bulgaria is two places ahead

www.pixabay.com In the period January - July 2019, Bulgaria's exports to the EU increased by 4.8% compared to the same period of 2018 and amounted to BGN 22 629.6 million. In July 2019, exports to the EU increased by 3.0% compared to the same month of the previous year and amounted to BGN 3 600.0 million. Bulgaria's main trading partners are Germany, Romania, Italy, Greece, France and

www.pixabay.com Cutting-edge technology and customization at customer's choice - this is the formula that Kinetik 07, the first Bulgarian electric track-day car has set. It made its official debut in front of over 1000 people at Sofia Tech Park. The car was developed entirely by a Bulgarian team and offers endless possibilities for individualization. Kinetik 07 is a unique automotive

Bulgaria can join the ERM II exchange rate mechanism in the first or second quarter of 2020. This was stated by the head of the European Banking Restructuring Council, Elke König. The leading institution in the process is the European Central Bank, with its response expected in mid-summer or early fall, BNR reports. Elke König is the first high-ranking European representative

www.pixabay.com The Council of Ministers has approved a draft Memorandum of Understanding between Bulgaria and Jordan for tourism cooperation, said the government press office. The document reflects the willingness of the countries to strengthen their friendly relations, contributing to economic development, growth of tourism potential and preservation of cultural heritage. The two

www.pixabay.com Six Bulgarian banks rank in the Top 100 of the largest financial institutions in Central and Eastern Europe. DSK, First Investment Bank and UBB are making significant progress in the ranking compared to last year. It is composed by RIA Rating Agency on the order of Russia's leading financial site Prime. The Bulgarian banks that are included in the prestigious ranking are: UniCredit

www.pixabay.com Nearly 50 leading Bulgarian companies took part in the anniversary edition of the 50th largest international exhibition for the food industry in the world - ANUGA, which is held every two years in Cologne, Germany. Representatives from over 100 countries were located at 7,500 booths. The Bulgarian participation was organized by the Executive Agency for Promotion of Small

www.pixabay.com In just one year, trade between Bulgaria and Kazakhstan has doubled. The ambassador of the Asian state, Temirtay Izbastin, said this in Ruse. He visited the city to get acquainted with the economic profile of the region and to make contacts between business representatives from both countries. So far this year, the trade with Kazakhstan has exceeded $ 200 million, with