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Small and medium-sized enterprises in Romania are urging the government to freeze the minimum wage at 4,325 lei for 2027, citing economic challenges. They argue that rising costs and decreased consumption hinder the ability to support wage increases. The president of the confederation, Florin Jianu, emphasizes the need for cooperation between employers and unions, warning against adversarial relations. He also criticizes the government for its lack of preparedness and calls for discussions on reducing energy costs. A simulation by IMM Romania indicates that increasing the minimum wage could significantly reduce profits for many businesses, particularly micro-enterprises, while the state benefits from higher tax revenues.