In 2023, the total number of active family businesses in the country was 107 005. The total number of businesses in the ‘Trade, repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles’ sector - 34 795, or 32.5%. Compared to 2022, number of active family businesses in the sector decreased by 203, or by 0.6%.
The largest number of family businesses and employed persons was in the Yugozapaden region. The total number of businesses in Yugozapaden region was 35 589 and 128 006. Compared to 2022, the number of enterprises increased by 824, or 2.4%, and the number of employees by 3 217, or 2.5%.
The number of employed persons in family businesses was 391 575, with the highest number in Sofia (capital) - 87 863.
Detailed data can be found on the NSI website under the heading 'Family business statistics'.
