Economy
Serbia’s monetary tightrope: inflation cools, but rates stay high
Serbia’s inflation has eased to the low‑3% range after the 2022–2023 energy shock, yet the National Bank of Serbia is keeping its benchmark policy rate at…
How EU integration could reshape Montenegro’s growth and investment outlook
Montenegro’s EU accession path is increasingly viewed as a potential growth catalyst, with studies projecting a medium-term boost to GDP growth by about 0.8 to 1.5…
Montenegro’s EU bid turns 2026 into a reform test with investor implications
Montenegro is treating 2026 as a “decisive” phase in its EU accession drive, aiming to close as many as possible of the 33 negotiating chapters ahead…
Montenegro’s 2026 “transition year” as EU reforms reshape growth expectations
Montenegro is framing 2026 as a transition year—aiming to keep EU-driven reforms moving while maintaining macro stability. The government’s 2025–2027 Economic Reform Programme points to steady,…
Montenegro’s stock market picks up, but banking dominance keeps capital markets shallow
Montenegro’s stock exchange saw turnover jump in the first quarter of 2026, but trading remains concentrated and liquidity thin. With banks still intermediating most savings and…
Montenegro’s external balance hinges on tourism as energy and financing pressures mount
Montenegro’s current account remains structurally dependent on tourism inflows, while weak goods exports leave the trade deficit fragile. At the same time, renewed volatility in global…
Montenegro’s 2026 budget plan: €3.79 billion spending focus, tighter enforcement and OECD-style minimum tax
Montenegro’s 2026 budget is set at about €3.79 billion, keeping public spending concentrated on wages, pensions and social transfers while relying on tax enforcement and excise…
Potential EXIT exit from Novi Sad could widen a €270 million structural gap in Serbia tourism
If EXIT were to leave Novi Sad, the impact would extend far beyond a headline cultural loss—industry estimates point to more than €270 million in cumulative…
Montenegro’s EU push turns reforms into a new capital story for investors
Montenegro is drawing more global attention as it accelerates EU accession talks and ramps up a dense 2026–2027 reform programme. For investors, the shift is increasingly…
Montenegro inflation ticks up to 3.1% in March, ending a stretch of disinflation
Montenegro’s inflation rose to 3.1% year-on-year in March 2026 from 2.6% in February, with prices also accelerating on a monthly basis. The mix of faster transport…