www.oradesibiu.ro/2026/10/26/deficitul-bugetar-al-

Romania's consolidated budget deficit for the first nine months of 2026 reached 78.3 billion lei, or 3.81% of GDP, showing a significant decrease from the previous year's deficit of 102.47 billion lei. Revenue growth outpaced expenditure, with budget revenues increasing by 11.9% while spending rose by only 5.5%. Personnel costs decreased, and public investments saw a notable rise. Despite these improvements, the Ministry of Finance warns of ongoing structural imbalances and pressures on public finances, particularly in the last quarter. The deficit target for 2026 is set at 6.2% of GDP, with various rating agencies providing differing estimates.