Slovenia’s real estate market is thriving, with robust foreign and domestic investments. Key legal and industrial shifts such as new work-life balance laws and reforms in the energy and healthcare sectors are reshaping its economic landscape, according to Krizanec & Partners Partner Dinar Rahmatullin.

North Macedonia’s new government is enacting a series of ambitious reforms focused on green energy, fair trade, and modern employment practices, including measures to stabilize electricity prices, incentivize energy efficiency, and regulate unfair trade practices, according to Bona Fide Law Firm Partner Aleksandar Kchev.

CMS Partner Evis Zaja reports rapid legal and economic developments in Albania, including upcoming amendments in the competition sector, new cybersecurity laws, and the country's increasing appeal to international businesses.

While economic indicators look solid for Bulgaria and there is considerable progress made in terms of its energy mix becoming more reliant on renewable energy, according to Kinstellar Partner Antonia Mavrova, the country faces ongoing challenges both in terms of keeping pace with decarbonization targets due to populist pushback and in terms of moving several projects past the finish line without a stable government.

Serbia's recent economic growth is driven by foreign direct investment, infrastructure projects, and advancements in several sectors according to Gecic Law Partner Miodrag Jevtic.

DLA Piper Partner Marta Frackowiak discusses the current slowdown in the Polish market, driven by geopolitical uncertainty, economic challenges, and hesitance among investors, while also highlighting key trends in M&A, employment, and regional expansion efforts by Polish businesses.

Montenegro’s financial sector is experiencing growth with record-high deposits and increasing trust in the banking system while advancing infrastructure projects and tapping into renewable energy opportunities, according to Keker, Bujkovic & Pejovic Partner Milan Keker.

ESG is complicating contract negotiations in Romania, as large-size enterprises impose heavy terms on mid-sized suppliers, sometimes leading to missed opportunities, according to RC International Disputes’ Managing Partner Ramona Cirlig, with climate litigation also rising, potentially impacting future disputes.

Croatia is undergoing significant legal changes, particularly with the introduction of a real estate tax aimed at addressing housing shortages and regulating property use as well as a new lobbying law, according to Ilej & Partners in cooperation with Karanovic & Partners Senior Partner Goran Ilej.

Slovenia is witnessing high levels of deal activity, particularly in M&A and corporate finance, according to Schoenherr Partner Vid Kobe, with banking sector consolidation leading the charge.

Moldova is in the process of implementing substantive legislative changes, according to PwC Legal Head in Moldova, Ilona Panurco, who outlines the country’s efforts to align with EU acquis, including updates in digital, environmental, and financial regulations.

In Estonia, the push toward renewable energy, particularly offshore projects, is gaining momentum, with recent developments in grid connections and government support schemes, according to Njord Partner Triinu Hiob who also reports on tax changes and judicial reforms on the horizon.

Serbia is quickly becoming a favored destination for foreign couples seeking marriage and new opportunities according to Stojkovic Attorneys Head of Labor and Immigration Mina Radojevic Vlacic.

With a growing economy but significant structural deficits, Romania’s healthcare system struggles with underfunding, slow approval processes, and high taxes, making access to new therapies a slow and challenging endeavor, according to Tuca Zbarcea & Asociatii Managing Associate and Head of Pharma and Medical Devices Dominic Morega.

From an uptick in mergers and acquisitions to complex public procurement projects, regulatory changes, and the impact of geopolitical factors on the legal market, Ellex Partner Ilga Gudrenika-Krebs, looks forward to a busier second half of the year than the first.

Croatia seems to be brink of significant legislative changes that could reshape its real estate and financial landscapes, according to Peterka & Partners Zagreb Senior Associate Anja Haramija, who reports on a new real estate tax targeting property owners and regulations aimed at protecting senior citizens.

As the war in Ukraine reshapes the country's economic landscape, the antitrust sector faces significant challenges and transformations, according to Integrites Senior Partner Vyacheslav Korchev, who highlights a growing trend of domestic M&A activity and a push toward aligning with European regulatory standards.

Between new consumer class action laws to anticipated reforms in employment regulations, Dentons Czech Republic Co-Managing Partner Ladislav Smejkal highlights reports on how the evolving legal framework could significantly impact businesses, particularly in sectors where consumer protection is paramount.