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Petrol, the second largest monthly price increase in the EU in August. Annually, prices rose 26.7% in Romania
Eurostat: Petrol prices rose in August by 6.6% compared to July in Romania, the second largest increase in the EU. On an annual basis, fuel prices climbed by 26.7%.
Foto ilustrativăOver 86% of Romanians expect prices to rise within 6 months
An INSCOP survey shows that 86.1% of Romanians anticipate further price rises over the next six months, up from June's figures.
Expensive gas could push inflation higher faster in the eurozone, ECB warns
The ECB announces that the rise in gas prices, over 140% compared to last year, could be reflected in bills more quickly. Electricity would be less affected, thanks to renewable energy.
More and more Romanians say they are worse off: low incomes and rising prices are the main concern
Nearly 32% of Romanians say their quality of life has worsened over the past year, compared to 19% a year ago. Approximately 60% attribute this to low incomes and rising prices or taxes.
Foto ilustrativăGrindeanu Demands Explanation from Fitch Following Warning Over Romania's Downgrade Risk
Sorin Grindeanu is seeking an official statement from Fitch, after an analyst at the agency warned of the risk of Romania being downgraded to "junk" status. The current rating remains "BBB-", with a negative outlook.
Fitch warns: Romania risks downgrade to 'junk' rating due to political crisis
Fitch analyst Malgorzata Krzywicka warns that a prolonged political crisis is putting pressure on Romania's sovereign credit rating. Fitch will reassess the situation in January 2027.
Foto ilustrativăFitch warns: Romania risks downgrade to 'junk' status if political crisis continues
Fitch analyst Malgorzata Krzywicka says that the prolonged governmental crisis is putting pressure on Romania's sovereign credit rating, which is due to be reassessed in January 2027.
Foto ilustrativăRomania's Gas Reserves Filled to 76%. European Prices Drive Up Winter Bills
Romania has filled its gas storage facilities to 76.26% capacity (2.43 billion cubic metres), working towards the 80% target by 1 October. High European prices may push up bills this winter.
Nazare: over 2 billion RON moved forward for healthcare, to avoid bottlenecks
Acting Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare has approved the transfer of 2.058 billion RON from the fourth quarter to the third quarter for healthcare, in order to cover payments that are already overdue.
Ministry of Health Shifts Funds Towards Emergency Services: Other Programmes Left Without Funding in December
Funds from programmes such as HIV/AIDS, mother-and-child or resident doctors are being redirected towards A&E units and ambulance services. Additional requirement: 98 million RON in October.
Health sector faces a 98 million RON deficit, temporarily covered with funds reallocated from within the health sector itself
Interim Minister Cseke Attila announces that the 98 million RON is being taken from other programmes within the Ministry of Health — a "temporary, emergency" solution valid only until the end of October.
Romania dropped 12 places in the global economic competitiveness rankings, to position 61
Romania ranks 61st out of 70 economies analysed in 2026, dropping 12 places compared to 2025. Poland climbed 11 positions, reaching 41st place.
Foto ilustrativăPetrișor Peiu: "The Most Severe Economic Crisis Since EU Accession"
Petrișor Peiu warns of the risk of stagflation in Romania and calls for snap elections. Dian Popescu speaks about record energy prices and the risk of selling off state resources.
Inflation dropped to 6.2% in August. Diesel and rents among the biggest price increases
The annual inflation rate dropped to 6.2% in August, down from 8.2% in July. Diesel, rents, coffee and eggs remain among the highest price increases.
Foto ilustrativăInflation dropped to 6.2% in August 2026, INS announces
INS: annual inflation fell to 6.2% in August 2026, down from 10.4% in June. Prices rose by 0.22% month-on-month.
Foto ilustrativăNatural Gas Reaches Its Highest Ever Price for September
The price of gas has risen to nearly 360 RON/MWh, 2.5 times higher than in February. European stocks are below the average of previous years.
Gas prices have risen dramatically: record high for this time of year
The price of gas has reached 360 RON/MWh, 2.5 times higher than in February. European stocks are below the average of previous years, and the situation in the Middle East is influencing the market.
Cseke Attila: Without a fully empowered government, Ambulance services and Emergency Reception Units will run out of funding by year's end
The interim Minister of Health has warned that the 2026 budget does not cover all expenditure for ambulance services and Emergency Reception Units, making a budget rectification necessary.
Foto ilustrativăPublic debt could exceed 100% of GDP. Hossu: "Severe impoverishment of the population"
Public debt is now at nearly 62% of GDP, but could exceed 100%. The Cartel Alfa leader warns of a political crisis with severe consequences.
Foto ilustrativăPetrol approaches 10 RON per litre. What analysts say about future prices
Petrol costs 9.73 RON/litre, diesel 10.19 RON/litre in Bucharest. Brent crude has surpassed $97 per barrel, the highest level in the past six weeks.
Foto ilustrativăRomania recorded the largest economic decline in the EU in the second quarter of 2026
Eurostat shows that Romania's GDP fell by 2.0% in Q2 2026 compared to the previous year, the only decline in the EU alongside Ireland.
Foto ilustrativăThe minimum wage of 2,700 RON falls short of the estimated consumption basket of over 5,000 RON
Almost 2 million Romanians on minimum wage are feeling the full force of rising prices. The 125 RON increase from July has been wiped out by inflation.
Foto ilustrativăHidroelectrica Raises Energy Prices by 13%: What This Means for Your Actual Bill
Hidroelectrica is raising the price of active energy from 0.45 to 0.515 RON/kWh from October 2026. The company states that the actual impact on the final bill will be approximately 7%.
Foto ilustrativăMore and more pensioners are taking out loans from the Employees' Credit Union just to make ends meet until the end of the month
The number of loans at Mutual Aid Houses increases monthly. Small pensions force many senior citizens to seek amounts of a few hundred RON.