economy

2012-05-08The economic crisis is forcing countries to continue borrowing, but high interest rates could eventually have a detrimental effect on the economy, business and living standards.

2012-04-24Bulgaria is planning to offer five or seven-year Eurobonds on the international capital markets by the end of June. But what if the move fails to raise the money needed to repay debt maturing in a matter of months?

2012-04-09The signs are not good for the Albanian economy, and the finger-pointing is well under way.

2012-02-20The government is making new efforts to spark the economy.

2012-02-08Workers in some sectors are already marked for job loss due to funding cuts, but authorities say other sectors will receive EU funding as a result of the accession process.

2012-02-01The lack of a single market creates difficulties in trade and commerce between BiH's two entities.

2012-01-31Opinions are divided on whether a state development bank is needed to support the economy and stimulate small- and medium-sized businesses.

2012-01-31Lower prices and lower taxes in Bosnia and Herzegovina lure many Croatian and Serbian citizens to shop.

2012-01-30Bulgaria decided to ban exploratory drilling for shale gas due to environmental impact concerns.

2012-01-17A growing opportunity for Serbian scientists as well as companies to participate in leading scientific projects opens up as Serbia becomes an associate member of CERN.

2012-01-14Government action has temporarily lowered trading margins on some foods in Serbia, where wages are among the lowest in the region.

2012-01-02The finance minister says Kosovo's economic situation is stable as the New Year begins.

2011-12-23The economic situation in BiH is now the worst in decades, but RS President Milorad Dodik isn't necessarily looking for new work.

2011-12-22Producers complain 2011 has been the worst year for sales before the winter holidays.

2011-11-28Romania's good third quarter economic performance due to solid agricultural output is expected to slow, analysts say.

2011-11-11Both the Serbian government and local Smederevo administration say they will provide funds to save the company.

2011-11-11Opponents cry foul about budgetary allocations and cast doubt on the government's ability to raise funds. But the government insists it is working in Kosovo's best interest.

2011-11-07Despite Greece's dire economic position, Macedonia has maintained a positive economic outlook based on growth.

2011-11-02Small- and medium-sized enterprises in Serbia are upset with the state for imposing new taxes, while failing to fight the gray economy.

2011-10-24Despite a symbolic economic growth this year, Romanians feel the full impact of the economic crisis and a reduced standard of living.