Economistul-şef Concordia anunţă "posibilitatea unei recesiuni" în România: Consumul privat a dus la scăderea economiei

Romania's GDP decreased by 0.8% in the first semester of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, indicating a potential mild recession. Economic expert Iulian Lolea highlights weak retail sales as a key factor in this decline. He anticipates a slight improvement in the second semester, driven by reduced inflation and increased public spending. However, the recovery depends on external conditions and government stability, alongside efforts to manage the budget deficit. The National Institute of Statistics reported a 0.4% drop in GDP for Q2 2026 compared to Q2 2025, with adjustments made to previous quarterly data.