The Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE) reported a 23% year-on-year increase in turnover for 2025, with trading volumes surpassing BGN 1 billion (EUR 611 million). The main SOFIX index grew by 30% over the previous year and has risen by 159% over the past five years.
Several milestones were noted in the exchange’s development during the year. These include the exemption from taxation of capital gains on the BEAM market under conditions similar to those of the regulated market, and a new strategy for organizing initial placements of government securities aimed at retail investors. In addition, IPO Growth AD was established with participation from eight investment intermediaries and raised nearly EUR 6 million through its initial public offering.
These achievements were presented at the BSE’s 25th Annual Awards Ceremony. The event was opened by Deputy Minister of Finance Metodi Metodiev, Financial Supervision Commission Chairman Vasil Golemanski, and BSE Executive Director Assoc. Prof. Dr Manyu Moravenov.
Awards recognized top performers among investment intermediaries and public companies:
– ABV Investments EOOD received first place for highest turnover on the BSE in 2025.
– Karoll AD was awarded for both highest number of trades on the BSE and for leading activity on the BEAM Market.
– Shelly Group SE was named most liquid issuer on the BSE.
– Marta Mladenova of Bulgarian National Radio received recognition as journalist with greatest contribution to promoting Bulgaria’s capital market.
Additional awards included honors for activity on MTF BSE INTERNATIONAL, work with issuers, liquidity in standard equities, price growth within SOFIX constituents, capital raised on BEAM Market, and bond issuance.
The Bulgarian Stock Exchange serves as Bulgaria’s primary venue for trading equities, bonds, and other securities while aiming to ensure equitable access for participants. It is overseen by designated leaders focused on operational goals and sustainable growth according to its official website. The exchange contributes to sustainable development through corporate social responsibility efforts according to its official website.
Since receiving its license in October 1997 according to its official website, it has provided an organized platform supporting equal access to information and trading conditions according to its official website. The exchange operates as Bulgaria’s sole stock exchange following its establishment in 1995 via a merger of regional exchanges according to its official website.
