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Romania's budget deficit decreased by 1.5 percentage points of GDP in the first nine months of 2026, reaching 3.81%. The budget execution showed a deficit of 78.3 billion lei, down from 102.47 billion lei the previous year. Revenue increased by 11.9% to 522.69 billion lei, while expenditures rose by 5.5%. Public investments reached 107.77 billion lei, significantly supported by European funds. The Minister of Finance emphasized the need for careful evaluation of projects and realistic budgeting to ensure sustainable financial management. Despite improvements, Romania still has the highest budget deficit in the EU, necessitating continued fiscal consolidation.