www.antena3.ro/economic/risc-ca-pensiile-sa-nu-cre

There is a risk that pensions may only increase by 5% starting January 1, which is below the average inflation rate of 7.3%, leading to a loss of purchasing power for retirees. The new government is considering various indexing scenarios based on available budget funds, with legal provisions suggesting a 7.7% increase. The Ministry of Labor and the Ministry of Finance are evaluating options, including one-off financial aid, depending on budget constraints. An increase aligned with inflation would cost nearly 11 billion lei, prompting discussions on the most feasible increase given the financial situation. Experts warn that retirees should not expect more than a 3% increase due to budget limitations.