www.economica.net/peiu-aur-sistemul-bancar-din-rom

Petrişor Peiu from AUR highlighted serious structural vulnerabilities in Romania's banking system during discussions on EU banking competitiveness. While the ruling coalition supported the EU document, AUR abstained, arguing that bureaucratic guidelines overlook the harsh realities of the Romanian market. Peiu pointed out that foreign banks profit significantly yet fail to provide affordable loans to locals, exacerbating economic instability. He noted Romania's low banking penetration despite high profitability, raising concerns about the risks posed by the high percentage of bank assets tied to government debt. Additionally, a significant portion of credit needs for large companies is met through foreign banks, indicating further vulnerabilities in the national economy.