The revenues under the consolidated fiscal programme (CFP) of the Bulgarian government totaled EUR 33.9bn as of end-September 2026. Compared to the same period of 2025, they increased by EUR 3.4bn (+10.9% YoY) in nominal terms. Tax proceeds amounted to EUR 27.2bn, while non-tax and grant and donation proceeds (mostly EU programme and fund grants) amounted to EUR 4.1bn and EUR 2.6bn, respectively. CFP expenditures, including the contribution of Bulgaria to the EU budget for September 2026, amounted to EUR 37.6bn. As a result, the CFP budget balance on a cash basis as of end-September was negative, amounting to EUR 3.7bn (2.8% of GDPe). As of 30.09.2026, the fiscal reserve amounted to EUR 8.5bn. The Ministry of Finance also revealed the preliminary data for the October 2026 budget balance. The institution anticipates a negative CFP balance of EUR 5.2bn (4% of GDPe). October 2026 revenues are to total EUR 37.5bn, while expenditures (including contribution to the EU budget) to reach EUR 42.7bn. *Ministry of Finance 2026 GDP forecast of EUR 130.5bn.