SloveniaOwnership & classification
Founded: 1992
Ownership
Finance is published by Časnik Finance d.o.o., which since 2005 has been roughly 99.6% owned by Bonnier Business Press AB (formerly Dagens Industri). Bonnier Business Press is part of the Bonnier Group, a privately held Swedish media conglomerate controlled by the Bonnier family. The Slovenian arm also publishes Manager, Moje finance, Medicina danes and related portals.
Funding
Funded commercially through subscriptions and a paywall on finance.si, print copy sales, advertising and paid business-events/academy activities (Akademija Finance); no party or state subsidy.
Affiliation & stance
Finance is Slovenia's only daily business/financial newspaper, with a pro-market, economically liberal, broadly center-right editorial stance but no party ownership. As a privately and commercially owned outlet (Swedish Bonnier family group), with no party or state control, it is correctly classed INDEPENDENT.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Lean Conservative
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 349
64/100
Factual
68/100
Objective
423
Articles
418
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
Fuel prices higher from tomorrow
The article announces that fuel prices in Slovenia will increase starting from midnight on August 17, 2026. The new maximum retail prices for unleaded 95 gasoline will rise to 1.582 euros per liter, up 6.3 cents from the previous rate of 1.519 euros. This means filling a 50-liter tank will cost 79.10 euros. Diesel prices will also increase, reaching 1.857 euros per liter, a 10.4-cent rise from 1.753 euros, making a full tank cost 92.85 euros. Heating oil prices will see the highest increase, rising to 1.470 euros per liter, up 11.4 cents from 1.356 euros. Consumers ordering a thousand liters of heating oil will pay 1,470 euros without transportation costs. The Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy notes that without regulation and exemption from paying environmental taxes related to air pollution through CO2 emissions and energy efficiency improvements, prices would be significantly higher, around 1.781 euros per liter for gasoline, 2.072 euros for diesel, and 1.685 euros for heating oil. These new prices will remain in effect until Monday, August 24, when the next adjustment will be announced.
Bitcoin ETFs record the largest outflow in six weeks, "position on the edge of pessimism"
The article reports on the significant outflow of funds from Bitcoin ETFs over the past six weeks, noting that investor sentiment has reached levels close to pessimism. The piece highlights the declining confidence in cryptocurrency investments, suggesting a shift toward more cautious attitudes among investors. However, the content provided appears to be incomplete or non-substantive, consisting primarily of subscription prompts and advertising rather than detailed financial analysis.
Trade dispute US-CAN Negotiations between the US and Canada fail
Negotiations between the United States and Canada have failed, leading to the imposition of 50% tariffs by the U.S. on Canadian goods worth approximately $28 billion. Canada has announced plans to retaliate with similar tariffs on American products including steel, dairy, and electronics starting September 8. The U.S. Trade Representative confirmed the breakdown of talks, citing Canada’s refusal to finalize the agreement under agreed conditions. New Canadian demands disrupted the previously achieved balance. The U.S. had previously announced these tariffs would apply to items like wine, hockey sticks, furniture, and dairy products after a 30-day period, which has now passed. From Canada’s perspective, the last-minute changes to U.S.-proposed terms were deemed unfair and economically unsustainable. Both countries’ negotiators reportedly worked until the final moment. The U.S. claims this action responds to Canada’s discriminatory treatment of American products such as automobiles, alcohol, and dairy. The trade relationship between the two nations has deteriorated significantly since President Trump took office, partly due to additional tariffs, repeated threats against Canada, and a
Canada announces "dollar for dollar" retaliatory tariffs following the collapse of trade negotiations with the US
The United States has imposed a 50% tariff on some Canadian imports after trade negotiations between the two countries collapsed. Canada has announced retaliatory measures, matching the tariffs 'dollar for dollar.' The U.S. administration, under President Donald Trump, introduced these tariffs shortly after midnight on Saturday, affecting approximately $20 billion worth of Canadian goods. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that he had terminated trade talks with the U.S., citing unfair and economically unjustified changes to terms proposed by the American side. Negotiations had been ongoing since July, with Trump temporarily halting the imposition of tariffs earlier this week, claiming both sides were close to signing a 'very good' trade agreement. However, Carney claimed significant progress was made but not enough to protect Canadian interests. The U.S. trade representative, Jamie Greer, stated that Canada rejected finalizing the trade deal under the terms agreed upon at the beginning of the week. Discussions reportedly included reducing U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum from 50% to 25%, and on Canadian automobiles from 25% to 15%. In return, Carney requested U.
China Shock 2.0: Beijing starts to export manufacturing capacity
The headline suggests a development related to China's production capabilities, possibly indicating a shift or expansion in manufacturing output. The term 'Kitajski šok 2.0' implies a second wave or iteration of a significant event or trend involving China. However, due to the lack of detailed content in the provided text, specific facts, context, or consequences cannot be determined. The article appears to focus on economic or industrial developments concerning China.
Record among the Normans: two million euros
The headline 'Rekorder med normiranci: dva milijona evrov' translates to 'Record with normalizers: two million euros.' It appears to reference a financial record set by a group or entity referred to as 'normiranci,' which could imply normalization efforts or regulatory compliance. The article, sourced from the finance sector in Slovenia, likely discusses a significant financial achievement or milestone related to standardization or regulatory processes. Without additional content, the exact nature of the record and its implications remain unclear.
Slovenian shares have gained 32% since the beginning of the year
The Slovenian stock market has seen a rise of 32% since the beginning of the year. This increase indicates positive performance in the financial sector, reflecting investor confidence and potential economic growth. The data suggests that local stocks have outperformed, which could influence investment strategies and economic policies. However, without additional context or detailed analysis, the extent of this growth and its underlying causes remain unclear.
The glorious legal bankruptcy of the Constitutional Court
The headline 'Veličasten pravni bankrot ustavnego sodišča' translates to 'A grand legal bankruptcy of the Constitutional Court.' Given the source category is Finance (country: SI), which refers to Slovenia, this headline suggests a significant legal issue involving the Constitutional Court. The term 'bankrupt' implies financial insolvency or failure to meet obligations, while 'veličasten' (grand) indicates the scale or severity of the situation. However, without additional context or detailed information from the article, it is challenging to determine the exact nature of the claim. The headline appears to present a serious allegation against the Constitutional Court, potentially indicating a major legal or administrative crisis.
Average salary for June: EUR 2 751,37 gross and EUR 1 723,31 net
In June 2026, Slovenia reported an average gross salary of €2,751.37, representing a 2.6% nominal increase and 1.8% real increase compared to May. The average net salary was €1,723.31, showing similar growth rates. Year-on-year, the average monthly gross salary for the first half of 2026 increased by 7.2% nominally and 4.1% in real terms compared to the same period in 2025. Both private and public sectors saw wage increases, with the public sector experiencing a stronger rise of 4.8% due to the third installment of agreed-upon wage adjustments for public employees under the renewed public sector pay system effective January 1, 2025. The highest average salaries were recorded in energy and utility services, while the lowest were in accommodation and food services. The structure of average gross wages showed that the base salary accounted for 64.4%, followed by employer burden allowances (17.0%), bonuses (12.8%), performance-based pay (5.6%), and profit-sharing (0.3%). Over 20% of employed individuals earned less than 1.2 times the minimum wage.
US market overview: Indices up slightly amid low trading volume, cryptocurrencies are returning
The article reports on the performance of American markets, noting modest growth in indices alongside low trading volume. It also mentions a decline in cryptocurrency values. The focus appears to be on market trends without strong emphasis on any particular political stance.
Foreign workers will find it easier to change jobs
The headline suggests that foreign workers will find it easier to replace their jobs, which implies potential changes in labor policies affecting employment dynamics. The article originates from the finance sector in Slovenia, indicating a focus on economic implications related to workforce management. Without additional content, the specific details of proposed policy changes or their impact remain unclear. This headline appears to hint at possible legislative or regulatory shifts impacting the employment landscape for foreign workers.
Pandora's been betting big on lab diamonds, and now sales are down.
The headline suggests that Pandora has heavily invested in laboratory-grown diamonds, but current sales are declining. The article likely discusses the challenges faced by Pandora in this market segment, possibly due to changing consumer preferences or economic factors affecting the diamond industry.
The student finance club that embarrasses my income.
The headline suggests that a student financial club is mishandling students' records, implying potential mismanagement or inefficiency. The article likely discusses concerns raised by students regarding the handling of their financial data by the club. Given the lack of detailed content, the focus appears to be on administrative issues within a student organization rather than broader political or societal implications.