Minimum wage increases in Kosovo - Ministry of Finance: From January 1, 425 euros gross. On July 1, it will be 500 euros
The Ministry of Finance, Labor and Transfers announces that the minimum wage has increased from 350 euros gross to 425 euros gross, entering into force on January 1 of this year.
According to the announcement of this ministry, the implementation of the decision will be carried out in two phases, to facilitate employers' gradual adaptation to the change: First phase: minimum wage €425 gross (from January 1), second phase: from July 1, the minimum wage will reach €500 gross.
"This increase constitutes an important measure for increasing the welfare of workers and aligning the minimum wage with current labor market conditions. The responsible institutions will ensure the full and regular implementation of this decision, in accordance with the legislation in force," the announcement states.
However, the business community considered this decision political and hasty, as according to them, it was made without consultation and in-depth analysis.
On October 31, 2025, the incumbent Government decided to increase the minimum wage for 2026. The minimum wage in Kosovo was 350 euros gross. This increase was made in August 2024, a few days after the Law on Minimum Wage entered into force, which provided for an increase to 264 euros gross. Until the new law entered into force, the minimum wage in Kosovo was 130 euros for workers under 35 years of age and 170 euros for workers up to 65 years of age.
Which banknote do Albanians use the most? - SCAN Analysis: What do banknotes reveal about the Albanian economy?
Every day, Albanians pay with cash for coffee, food, or small services. But which banknote changes hands the most often? And which one carries the greatest......
Trump threatens 200% tariff on French wines - After Macron is unwilling to join the "Peace Board"
US President Donald Trump threatened to impose 200% tariffs on French wines and champagne after French President Emmanuel Macron was reported to be unwilling......
Podgorica aims to win back Tirana passengers - Last year 140,000 Montenegrins used the "Mother Teresa" airport
Podgorica Airport hopes that the upcoming opening of Wizz Air’s base in the Montenegrin capital will help it win back some of the 140,000 Montenegrin......
Business optimistic about the EU, but seeks information - Survey/ Lack of transparency, an obstacle to entrepreneurship preparation
Businesses in Albania see the process of integration into the European Union as a development opportunity, but face a significant lack of information and......
ChatGPT will use user conversations for advertising - Profitable strategy for $1.4 trillion infrastructure investment
OpenAI announced that it will test conversation-based ads within the free version for registered US adult users. The company is also launching an $8 per......
Japan risks financial instability - Early elections, Prime Minister: 2-year exemption from consumption tax
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi called a snap election on the promise of suspending an 8% food tax for two years, despite the potential pressure on......
5.2 billion lek support, the Chamber starts hearings for the 2026 National Scheme
The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Andis Salla, has launched today from Librazhdi the tour of hearings with farmers in the framework of the......
Inflation in Albania lower than in the Balkans/ Eurostat: The rate in 2025 is estimated at 2.3%, compared to 2.5% in the EU
Annual inflation in Albania, measured by the Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP), marked an average increase of 2.3% during 2025, positioning itself......
