The Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE) reported a significant rise in turnover for the first eight months of 2024. The total turnover reached 636 million BGN, reflecting a 65.05% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. Additionally, there was an almost 25% rise in the number of transactions.

In the early hours of September 11, Bulgaria Air welcomed its fifth Airbus A220 aircraft at Sofia Airport. This new addition is an A220-100 model and arrived from the manufacturer's factory in Canada. The aircraft will serve medium-haul routes for both international and domestic destinations. It features eight business class seats and 110 economy class seats, with registration LZ-LIS, named after Lisbon.

Trading commenced today for Reisswolf Bulgaria on the BEAM market of the Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE). The company has listed its entire capital, amounting to BGN 8.4 million. Previously, in 2022, Reisswolf Bulgaria had listed a bond issue worth nearly EUR 1.2 million on the regulated market of BSE.

The national tourist boards of Slovenia, Austria, and Croatia have collaborated on a new promotional campaign targeting the United States market. This initiative, titled "Alps. Adriatic. Amazing.", aims to present the three neighboring countries as a unique European destination. The campaign is led by the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB), the Croatian Tourist Board (HTZ), and the Austrian Tourist Board (Österreich Werbung), with support from the European Travel Commission (ETC) and partial funding from European sources.

Bianor Holding has commenced trading on the Premium Equities Segment of the Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE). Previously, its shares were traded on the Standard Equities Segment. The transition was marked by a ring-the-bell ceremony at the BSE.

Bulgaria's national carrier, Bulgaria Air, is organizing a second Open Day for cabin crew and pilots due to high interest and success. The event will take place on 30 September at 3:30 p.m. at the Bulgaria Air building located at 1 Brussels Blvd. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the professions of flight attendants and pilots.

The United States announced additional assistance to Moldova during the Moldova Partnership Platform ministerial conference held in Chisinau on September 17.

The U.S. Department of State announced a new version of the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) and encouraged all U.S. citizens traveling or living abroad to re-enroll in the new program.

The National Bank of Moldova (BNM) unanimously voted to maintain a 3.6% annual base rate on short-term monetary policy operations.

The 23rd edition of the National Wine Day is set to take place on October 5 and 6 at the Great National Assembly Square (PMAN) in Chisinau, Moldova, featuring approximately 100 native wine producers.

Prime Minister Dorin Recean has requested local farmers to engage in discussions with each other and the government to find effective solutions to the persistent issues facing the agricultural sector in Moldova.

Three beneficiaries have signed the financing contracts to receive grants from the Agriculture Governance, Growth, and Resilience (AGGRI) Project to aid in the dairy cattle industry.

Croatia Airlines marked its 35th anniversary in Zagreb, celebrating a significant milestone in the company's history. The event took place at the airline's technical center at Zagreb Airport and was attended by representatives from the Croatian Parliament, Government of Croatia, international aviation associations, business partners, and company employees. Jasmin Bajić, CEO of Croatia Airlines, led the commemoration.

Nokian Tyres celebrated the opening of a factory in Oradea, Romania that operates with zero CO2 emissions. The grand opening, held last week, concluded a two-year EUR 650 million construction project, with full commercial production set to begin in 2025.

Support for accession to the European Union (EU) among Moldovan voters is down by 17% since August 2023, according to a poll released this week by Moldovan polling firm iData.

GR. SARANTIS S.A. has announced the acquisition of 15,000 of its own shares. This action is in line with the resolution from the Shareholders' Annual General Meeting held on April 23, 2024. The shares were purchased on September 24, 2024, at an average price of 11.00 euros per share, totaling 164,963.34 euros.

The Athens Stock Exchange, established in 1876, has consistently participated in financial and business developments in Greece. The Athens Exchange Group (ATHEX Group) supports the Greek Capital Market by operating organized equities and derivatives markets, an alternative market, and performing clearing and settlement of trades.

Thrace Plastics Co S.A. has announced the purchase of 1,100 of its own shares on September 24, 2024. This transaction was carried out through Athens Stock Exchange Member BETA Securities S.A. at an average price of Euro 3.88 per share, totaling Euro 4,265.00.

The former Minister of Economy in Moldova said there are “costs of accession” of the country into the European Union at the sectoral and micro level.

KRIKRI Milk Industry S.A. announced the sale of 1,000,000 shares, representing 3.03% of its total share capital, to institutional investors in Greece and abroad. The shares were sold at a price of €12.00 per share.