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Bulgarians are rather pessimistic about the near future: survey

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Only 18% of Bulgarians believe that the economic situation of Bulgaria will improve in the coming year

According to a survey by the sociological agency "Trend", conducted between September 13-20, through a direct standardized face-to-face interview among 1004 respondents over the age of 18, 38% of those surveyed expect a deterioration in economic development, which is the highest negative share since the beginning of the year. 

Regarding personal well-being, 17% are optimistic, and 31% expect their situation to worsen.

The survey was conducted on behalf of 24 Chasa daily.


Edited by Darina Grigorova
English: R. Petkova



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