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Romania's interest expenses rose by nearly 27% in 2026, reaching 50.63 billion lei, despite a reduced budget deficit. The deficit decreased from 102.47 billion lei in 2025 to 78.30 billion lei in 2026, but this did not lower interest costs due to accumulated public debt and high borrowing costs. The government faces pressure to find additional revenue to maintain other expenditures, as interest payments have become a significant portion of public investments. Higher borrowing costs may delay investments for businesses and households. To mitigate these costs, experts suggest further deficit reduction, stricter spending controls, and efficient revenue collection, while emphasizing the gradual impact of lower interest rates on existing debts.