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In the third quarter of 2026, Romania's GDP grew by 2.1% compared to the previous quarter, marking the strongest quarterly growth since early 2022. Despite this positive trend, caution is advised due to previous economic stagnation. Year-on-year, GDP increased by 0.1%, while the first nine months of 2026 saw a decline of 0.3% compared to the same period in 2025. Romania recorded the second highest economic growth in the EU, following Ireland. Analysts from Erste expressed surprise at the strong growth, attributing it potentially to robust investment activities, although the exact sources remain unclear. They continue to forecast a recession for 2026, adjusting their estimates slightly from -0.7% to -0.1%.