In Albania and in neighboring countries of the Western Balkans region, such as Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Montenegro, as well as in European Union countries that border or are close by, such as Greece and Bulgaria, household savings continue to...
Why is the economic divide in Albania deepening and what should be done differently? In Albania, a reality has become consolidated—one that everyone feels, but few articulate with the strength it deserves. Citizens face continuous economic hardship, while the wealth of...
In 2025, Albania recorded sustained economic growth, with projections by the IMF (International Monetary Fund) ranging from 3.4% to 3.5% of real GDP, while the World Bank estimates a moderation between 3.2% and 3.7%. Meanwhile, in the third quarter, economic...
This analytical information is dedicated to those who hold cash and are not clear about where to invest it in Albania. It is not merely financial advice, but an economic, fiscal, and developmental approach. The question “What can we do in...
Yesterday’s plenary session concluded the formal process of approving the 2026 Budget, with the governing majority securing the necessary votes without difficulty and without engaging in a meaningful debate on the structural issues the budget entails.The total value of the...
When Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that Albania is “first in the Western Balkans” in the modernization and integrity of its public procurement system, this was not just a rhetorical flourish, but a claim supported by an important international document,...
The Parliamentary Committee on Economy, Employment and Trade approved on December 9 the state draft budget for 2026, with a total value of 886 billion lek (around €8.2 billion), sending it to the plenary session of Parliament for final voting....
In a year like 2025, when Albania continued to navigate global challenges such as geopolitical tensions, the lingering effects of the pandemic, and the transition toward European integration, economic performance played a decisive role in shaping wage dynamics.This in-depth analysis...
In the third quarter of 2025, the Construction Cost Index (IKN) reached 114.0 points, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 1.4%. This slightly lower growth compared to the previous year indicates a slowdown in cost pressures in the construction sector....
This question touches on a fundamental aspect of the fiscal system, where formal priorities, administrative practices, and political interests play a decisive role. In countries like Albania, where the tax administration is part of the state mechanism for revenue collection, the...
