Cum ne protejează noua plafonare a gazelor în fața exploziilor de pe Burse? Plasa de siguranţă a Guvernului • Newsweek România

The new gas price cap established by the Romanian government aims to protect consumers from market volatility by maintaining a fixed price of 0.31 lei/kWh until March 2027. While this measure shields households from price fluctuations, it shifts financial pressure onto utility providers and the state budget. Major state producers like Romgaz and Hidroelectrica are required to sell gas at a fixed rate, impacting their profitability. Additionally, small and medium enterprises face challenges as they do not benefit from the same price protections, risking competitiveness. A simulation shows that the cap saves households significant amounts on their winter bills, demonstrating its effectiveness despite potential drawbacks for producers.