Economy
EU accession reshapes Montenegro’s logistics calculus, putting the Port of Bar back in focus
As Montenegro moves toward EU membership, the Port of Bar is being reframed from an underused regional facility into a potential strategic logistics asset. The shift…
Montenegro’s bid to join the Adriatic data center corridor hinges on power, compliance and grid readiness
Montenegro is positioning its digital infrastructure for a role in the emerging Adriatic data corridor as EU-aligned regulation and energy system upgrades make electricity access a…
Serbia’s wage rise is forcing FDI investors to rethink returns
As Serbia’s labour market tightens, wages are set to converge toward higher European levels, compressing margins for labour-heavy manufacturers and logistics operators. The shift is already…
Serbia warehouses move toward institutional logistics as infrastructure and financing reshape returns
Serbia’s logistics real estate market is evolving from a developer-led yield play into an institutional platform business, supported by cross-border trade and stronger tenant quality. Even…
Why Serbia’s FDI-led industrial model is struggling to climb into high-tech manufacturing
Serbia has attracted most foreign firms in the Western Balkans, but its FDI portfolio remains dominated by low- and medium-tech activities. The result is a persistent…
Serbia’s logistics boom turns into the steady cash engine behind its FDI strategy
While manufacturing expansion draws attention, Serbia’s foreign investment model is increasingly powered by logistics and distribution—activities that make up about 36% of service-sector foreign-owned firms. With…
Chinese industrial deals in Serbia raise the stakes for decarbonisation, financing and long-term competitiveness
Serbia’s foreign investment model is splitting along sector lines: European capital favors networks and logistics, while Chinese investors concentrate in heavy assets such as mining, steel…
As EU alignment advances, Montenegro banks look set for faster credit growth
Montenegro’s banking sector is moving toward a more active lending cycle as EU convergence improves risk perception, eases funding costs and boosts demand from sectors such…
CBAM pressures Montenegro’s power and industry costs before EU membership
Even before joining the EU carbon market, Montenegro is seeing early cost pressure from the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism as coal-heavy electricity raises embedded emissions. The…
EPCG and Masdar plan a €3–4 billion renewable buildout aimed at export economics
Elektroprivreda Crne Gore (EPCG) and Abu Dhabi’s Masdar are developing a portfolio-scale renewable platform for Montenegro, targeting €3–4 billion of investment and up to 2–3 GW…