In January 2026, the Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE) reported a turnover increase of more than 2.5 times compared to the same period last year, reaching €45 million. The number of trades also rose sharply by 182.95% during the first month following Bulgaria’s accession to the Eurozone.
The blue-chip benchmark SOFIX gained 18.89% in January, closing at 1,374.91 points.
The BSE is Bulgaria’s main venue for trading equities, bonds, and other securities. It serves as the country’s only stock exchange and provides a structured capital market with equal access and trading conditions for its members and clients. The exchange aims to promote sustainable growth and corporate social responsibility within Bulgaria’s financial sector, according to its official website.
Founded in 1995 through a merger of several regional exchanges, the BSE received its official license as a stock exchange on October 9, 1997 (source). Its leadership includes chief executive officer Manyu Moravenov and chairman of the board Asen Yagodin (source).
A recent infographic detailing developments on the BSE in January is available online.
