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Slovenian economic growth and fiscal management

Overview

Slovenia is experiencing economic growth and strategic shifts in fiscal management. The country’s GDP grew by 1.8% in the second quarter of 2026, supported by construction investments and domestic consumption, while the nation has become a global leader in pharmaceutical exports.

To support long-term stability, the Chamber of Crafts and Entrepreneurship of Slovenia presented a ‘Small Business Development Strategy 2026–2030’ featuring 149 demands for tax reform and digitalization. Simultaneously, the government has accelerated the absorption of European Union funds. While cohesion funds are stable, the administration is working toward deadlines for the Recovery and Resilience Plan, which faces a final request deadline on September 30, 2026.

Entities

Janez Janša · Chamber of Crafts and Small Business of Slovenia · Marko Lotrič · National Council of the Republic of Slovenia · Ljubljana

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Slovenia accelerates absorption of European Union funds

    The Slovenian government has accelerated the absorption of EU funds, aiming to meet 2026 deadlines for the Recovery and Resilience Plan and secure billions in cohesion policy resources.

  2. 11 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Slovenian economy shows growth amid new small business strategy

    Slovenia's small businesses have proposed a 2026–2030 development strategy, while the national economy shows resilience with strong GDP growth and leading pharmaceutical exports.

Sources

24ur.com · delo.si · demokracija.si · ds-rs.si · nova24tv.si · ozs.si · sd.rs