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Erste has revised Romania's GDP forecast for 2026, expecting a smaller contraction of 0.1% instead of 0.7%. The third quarter showed unexpected economic growth of 2.1% compared to the previous quarter, with a slight annual increase of 0.1%. Analysts noted that while investment activity may have driven this growth, the overall economic outlook remains cautious, with continued expectations of recession. The forecast for 2027 anticipates a return to potential growth rates of 2.2%, driven by recovering consumption and positive investment contributions.