Sofia - Comprehensive Overview of the City, PEST Analysis and Key Industries including Technology, Tourism and Hospitality, Construction and Retail

Abstract

Summary

“City Profile - Sofia” provides historical and forecast data on key city level metrics along with analytical coverage of the latest political, economic, social, technological, infrastructural, legal and environmental issues affecting Sofia city.

The report contains detailed tourism, retail, construction, technology and public infrastructure data and insight into economic, social, and industry trends.

Sofia metropolitan area comprises Sofia city, Sofia district and Pernik district. Sofia is the capital and the largest city in Bulgaria. Also, it is the economic, political, administrative, cultural and educational center of the country. The tertiary sector contributed the most to the area’s GVA in 2021, accounting for 86.1% share.

Scope

- The service sector remains the key contributor to the area’s economy - and the major employer.
- Sofia is a key tourist destination for both domestic and international tourists in Bulgaria.

Reasons to Buy

- Gain a comprehensive knowledge of future economic and demographic trends and understand the performance of various sectors within the city.
- Analyze and understand the business environment in the city to align your investment and expansion strategies.
- The report helps to drive a conclusion in choosing a suitable city to invest or expand according to your business structure.
- Explore new opportunities in the hospitality, tourism, construction, real estate and retail sectors.

Content

Table of Contents

City Snapshot
PEST Analysis
Political
Economic
Social
Technology and Infrastructure
Communications
Internal Transport Networks
Connectivity
Airports
Business Environment Analysis
Travel and Tourism
Tourism Flows
Hotels
Attractions
Events
Construction and Real Estate
Investment
Real Estate Market
Retail
Retail Market
Consumption, Income and Prices
Appendix
Sources
Further Reading
Ask the Analyst
About MarketLine
Disclaimer

List of Tables
Table 1: Sofia metropolitan area - key facts (estimates), 2021
Table 2: Sofia metropolitan area - real GDP and real GDP growth, 2000-25
Table 3: Sofia metropolitan area - economic growth comparison (Index 2010=100), 2000-25
Table 4: Sofia metropolitan area - GDP per capita comparison, 2000-25 ($)
Table 5: Sofia metropolitan area - employment structure, 2000-25 (% of total)
Table 6: Sofia metropolitan area - main universities, 2022
Table 7: Sofia metropolitan area - population comparison, 2000-25 (million)
Table 8: Sofia metropolitan area - population by age, 2000-25 (% of total)
Table 9: Sofia city - mass transit network indicators, 2020
Table 10: Sofia metropolitan area - Sofia Airport key indicators, 2018-21
Table 11: Sofia city - office rents, Q2 2021
Table 12: Sofia metropolitan area - arrivals in accommodation establishments, 2016-21 (number)
Table 13: Sofia metropolitan area - number of accommodation establishments and bed-places, 2016-21 (number)
Table 14: Sofia metropolitan area - nights spent in accommodation establishments, 2016-21 (number)
Table 15: Sofia metropolitan area - revenue from nights spent in accommodation establishments 2016-21 ($ million)
Table 16: Sofia metropolitan area - key hotel performance indicators, 2016-21
Table 17: Sofia metropolitan area - UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Table 18: Sofia metropolitan area - MICE and other events

List of Figures
Figure 1: Sofia metropolitan area - real GDP and real GDP growth, 2000-25
Figure 2: Sofia metropolitan area - economic growth comparison (Index 2010=100), 2000-25
Figure 3: Sofia metropolitan area - GDP per capita comparison, 2000-25
Figure 4: Sofia metropolitan area - employment structure, 2000-25 (% of total)
Figure 5: Sofia metropolitan area - population comparison, 2000-25
Figure 6: Sofia metropolitan area - population by age, 2000-25 (% of total)