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Romania attracts significant foreign investment, yet its companies invest little abroad. By the end of 2025, foreign direct investments in Romania reached €134.82 billion, while Romanian investments abroad totaled only €9.68 billion. The disparity persists despite a rise in outward investments, which increased to €1.52 billion in 2025. A large portion of these investments returns to Romania through foreign-registered companies. Key obstacles for Romanian firms include limited capital, insufficient public support, and a business structure focused more on trade than production. Only 6.77% of companies engaged in internationalization activities in 2025. Foreign-controlled companies dominate Romania's exports, highlighting the challenges faced by local firms in accessing foreign markets. Recommendations for improvement include better financing access and support for innovation.