The Bulgarian Commission for Energy and Water Regulation (KEVR) has approved a 1% increase in the wholesale natural gas price for October 2025. The wholesale price has risen to approximately 31.2 euros per megawatt-hour, excluding VAT and excise duty. Previously, KEVR approved a 2.5% decrease in the wholesale natural gas price for September.
The newly approved natural gas price benefits both households and businesses in Bulgaria, remaining below the average monthly prices observed on major European trading platforms. For comparison, October contracts on the Dutch TTF hub are currently around 32.5 euros per megawatt-hour.
The decision was based on revised figures submitted by Bulgargaz. The pricing formula includes the full allocation of Azerbaijani gas imported via the Greece-Bulgaria interconnector under an existing long-term supply contract. These deliveries account for a significant portion of national consumption and play a key role in keeping the final price competitive.
For October, Bulgargaz also secured additional liquefied natural gas through trader agreements awarded via tender. These agreements required bidders to meet minimum delivery price thresholds and adhere to specified payment conditions. With these supply arrangements, the public gas provider is positioned to fully meet demand for the month, covering residential and district heating users as well as ongoing contracts with industrial customers.
