Big Bolt Drive bill, Jūrmala property auction and energy sector manipulations – business digest
Delfi Bizness has compiled Monday, August 10 business and economy news, ranging from an unexpectedly large Bolt Drive bill to the sale of the Constitution Protection Bureau building and manipulations in the energy sector.
Monday's business roundup covers several notable developments in Latvian and global economy news. One item drawing attention is a case where a user of the car-sharing service "Bolt Drive" received an unexpectedly large bill, raising questions about the service's billing practices.
Real estate and public sector
The digest reports on a property auction in Jūrmala and the sale of the Constitution Protection Bureau's building for roughly half a million euros. Meanwhile, Latvia's first public-private partnership project in the defense sector is taking shape, and there are plans to rename the Patent Office.
Energy sector
The roundup mentions manipulations by major energy companies as well as changes at the company "Elenger." It also notes that the situation in Germany could push heating costs higher across Europe.
Business and finance
"Fix Price" continues to operate at a loss. Significant funding has been secured for the development of the "Mūkusalas Biznesa Centrs." A contentious clause in Swedbank's home insurance terms has sparked discussion, and Russia's central bank has issued a notice to credit institutions.
International picture
The eurozone investor confidence index has improved, while economic data from Hungary has surprised observers.
Labor market
The digest also touches on how age can become a barrier to finding employment, and highlights an opportunity for young chefs to develop their skills.
The full set of stories is available in Delfi Bizness's daily overview.
