The IMF forecasts Bulgarian GDP growth of 2.7% in 2022, and Bulgarian officials see the adoption of the euro as a solution to mitigate economic risks.

The IMF's assessment of the Bulgarian economy's performance points to an estimated GDP growth of 2.7% in 2022 and inflation of 3.5%. The adoption of the euro is seen as a measure that could reduce some economic risks by providing a stable monetary framework. The IMF recommends eliminating the maximum insurance threshold and progressive taxation to promote fiscal sustainability.