The revenues under the consolidated fiscal programme (CFP) of the Bulgarian government totaled EUR 14.1bn as of end-April 2026. Compared to the same period of 2025, they increased by EUR 1.5bn (+14.5% YoY) in nominal terms. Tax proceeds amounted to EUR 11.5bn, while non-tax and grant and donation proceeds (mostly EU programme and fund grants) amounted to EUR 1.7bn and EUR 0.9bn, respectively. CFP expenditures, including the contribution of Bulgaria to the EU budget for April 2026, amounted to EUR 15.8bn. As a result, the CFP budget balance on a cash basis as of end-April was negative, amounting to EUR 1.76bn (1.4% of GDPe). As of 30.04.2026, the fiscal reserve amounted to EUR 6.8bn. The Ministry of Finance also revealed the preliminary data for the May 2026 budget balance. The institution anticipates a negative CFP balance of EUR 2.5bn (2% of GDPe). May 2026 revenues are to total EUR 17.3bn, while expenditures (including contribution to the EU budget) to reach EUR 19.9bn. *Ministry of Finance 2026 GDP forecast of EUR 125.2bn.