Bulgaria will adopt the euro on 1 January 2026, replacing the lev. The move aims to boost the economy and strengthen EU integration. Experts believe it will improve confidence in the currency and credit rating, despite potential inflation increases. However, political instability poses risks, with recent government resignations affecting budget stability. Bulgaria meets the Maastricht criteria for eurozone entry but remains the poorest EU country with high poverty rates. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)