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Foto ilustrativăPensioners increasingly affected by rising prices: money barely covers bills and medication
More and more Romanians, particularly pensioners, say their income is no longer sufficient to cover bills, food, and medication.
Foto ilustrativăFAO warns: food prices could rise again by the end of the year
The FAO's chief economist warns of a possible new wave of food price increases, driven by conflicts in Iran and Ukraine and the El Niño phenomenon.
Foto ilustrativăElectricity bills could rise this autumn. Bolojan: costly energy imports could influence prices
Acting Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan says that energy imported in the evening, when Romania has a deficit, could lead to higher bills for the population.
Foto ilustrativăPensioners share harsh testimonies about poverty: "The pension is gone within a few days"
Romanians interviewed by Realitatea PLUS describe how small pensions and daily price rises leave them with no money shortly after payday.
Foto ilustrativăElectricity bills could rise: 1,800 MW deficit at peak consumption
Providers could demand higher rates following the energy crisis. Electricity is already more than 50% more expensive than last year, according to the National Institute of Statistics.
Private medical services affected by the decline in Romanians' purchasing power
Entrepreneurs in the private healthcare sector are seeing fewer patients in 2026, with those who do attend increasingly enquiring about services reimbursed through the Health Insurance House.
Bolojan, ahead of the Fitch decision: political instability creates a worrying outlook
Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan commented, ahead of Fitch's decision on Romania's credit rating, on the effects of the political instability generated, he says, by PSD.
Foto ilustrativăRogobete: the pay law could trigger an unprecedented exodus of doctors
The former Health Minister warns that the new pay law could reduce the incomes of ICU doctors by 3,000–4,000 RON, putting hospital staff at risk.
Foto ilustrativăEuropeans Most Affected by Energy Bills. Where Does Romania Rank
The International Energy Agency reveals that Europeans have the highest energy expenditure in the world. Romania ranks 34th, with 464 dollars per person in 2025.
Foto ilustrativăHow Much Romanians Save Compared to Germans: An Eightfold Difference, Eurostat Shows
Eurostat: Romanians hold an average of over 5,000 euros in cash and deposits, compared to 41,000 euros in Germany. Romania does, however, have the highest home ownership rate in the EU.
Foto ilustrativăInflation of 10.4% wipes out minimum wage rise: losses of up to 500 RON/month
Price increases are wiping out the effect of the minimum wage rise. Trade unions are calling for 5,000 RON gross, while the average pension remains below the minimum consumption basket.
Foto ilustrativăFood price hikes hit pensioners hard: many buy just a single carrot and an onion
Pensioners say that out of their 1,500 RON pension, half goes to the doctor. Winter provisions will be halved compared to last year, due to prices having doubled.
Eurostat: Romania among EU Member States with the Highest Fuel Price Increases
Fuel prices in Romania have risen by 23.1% compared to last year, according to Eurostat, although petrol and diesel have become cheaper since May.
Foto ilustrativăHealthy Foods Have Risen 36% in Price Across Europe. UN Report Blames EU Agricultural Subsidies
A UN report shows that fruit and vegetable prices have risen due to the way the EU distributes agricultural subsidies, particularly towards cereals and livestock farming.
Foto ilustrativăRomania's public debt could rise to 90% of GDP by 2036
Public debt has reached 61.6% of GDP, and is set to rise to 63.4% by 2027. Experts are warning of a scenario similar to that of Greece.
Foto ilustrativăSmall pensions, high prices: pensioners count every penny at the market
Price rises on food are hitting hard the pensioners on low incomes, who arrive home with nearly empty shopping bags or only the bare essentials.
Dialysis Market in Romania: 1.6 Billion RON in Reimbursements and Three Major Private Players
17,000 Romanians undergo dialysis annually, with the state covering the full cost of treatment. Over 80% are treated at private centres, dominated by three major companies.
Head of the Fiscal Council: tax increases were inevitable, but by 2027 they will no longer be necessary
Daniel Dăianu says that the large budget deficit necessitated tax increases. He estimates that no new taxes will be needed in 2027, provided the economy grows by more than 2% and budgetary corrections continue.
Average net salary dropped 2.7% in May, to 5,684 RON. Analyst: wages remain below inflation
The National Institute of Statistics announces that the average net salary fell by 159 RON in May, to 5,684 RON. Analyst Adrian Negrescu warns that purchasing power continues to decline.
Foto ilustrativăThe state spent over 325 billion RON on social protection in 2024, a record high in the last 10 years
Social protection expenditure reached 325.7 billion RON in 2024 (+23.2%), accounting for 18.5% of GDP. Nearly half of the funds went towards pensions.
Foto ilustrativăINS: Average Net Salary Fell in May to 5,684 RON
The National Institute of Statistics shows that the average net salary fell in May by 159 RON compared to April, dropping to 5,684 RON, following the disappearance of bonuses.
Foto ilustrativăRomania risks downgrade to "junk" status: what rating agencies say about the country's economy
Romania is preparing for the Fitch (July) and Moody's (August) credit rating assessments. What's at stake: maintaining the investment grade rating, which is essential for the country's borrowing costs.
Foto ilustrativăIRSOP Survey: 83% of Romanians Expect Further Price Rises
An IRSOP survey shows that Romanians are growing increasingly pessimistic: 83% expect price rises, 61% believe they will be worse off financially, and people are buying less and abandoning investment plans.
Foto ilustrativăRomania's Trade Deficit Falls by 890 Million Euros, but the Economy Shows Signs of Weakness
The trade deficit fell to €13.5 billion in the first 5 months, however the decline stems from stagnating imports rather than a stronger economy.