BERD: Economia României va scădea cu 0,2% în 2026

The EBRD forecasts a 0.2% decline in Romania's GDP for 2026, revising earlier growth estimates. A modest recovery is expected in 2027 with a 1.8% growth. The report highlights significant changes in economic structure, with private consumption stagnating and government spending decreasing. Inflation is projected to rise sharply, reaching nearly 11% by April 2026, prompting the central bank to maintain interest rates. The EBRD warns of ongoing economic risks, emphasizing the importance of investments and EU fund absorption for future growth.