Ce ar câștiga și ce ar pierde România din suprataxarea profiturilor petroliștilor. Bani la buget sau risc de scumpiri?

Romania considers taxing exceptional profits of oil companies, but economists warn it may lead to higher consumer prices. While it could boost budget revenues, the country struggles with low tax collection rates. Six EU states advocate for a community-wide tax on oil profits due to significant increases linked to geopolitical tensions. Experts highlight that companies might preemptively raise prices to cover potential taxes, complicating the situation for consumers. Romania's budget deficit and low revenue collection compared to EU averages raise concerns about the effectiveness of such measures.