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Private companies in Romania anticipate a 5.65% increase in base salaries for 2027, following slower growth rates in previous years. Public sector salaries remain higher than those in commerce and manufacturing, with significant disparities across sectors. The average net salary in public administration was 6,955 lei, compared to 5,246 lei in wholesale and retail and 5,187 lei in manufacturing. The IT sector reported the highest average salary at 13,010 lei. Economic challenges, including a 0.7% GDP decline and inflation, are impacting salary growth. Gender pay gaps are narrowing, with women making up a larger share of lower-paid positions. Regional salary differences are notable, with Bucharest-Ilfov having the highest average salary at 17,239 lei.