Fiecare euro produs de firmele străine în România costă aproape cât în Vest

Between 2021 and 2024, labor costs in Romania rose faster than employee productivity, marking a significant shift in the economic landscape. A study by Consilium Policy Advisors Group indicates that while foreign firms still pay less for labor compared to Western countries, their productivity remains considerably lower. The gap in productivity between foreign subsidiaries in Romania and their counterparts in Western Europe is notable, particularly in manufacturing. The study emphasizes the need for Romania to focus on productivity-driven growth rather than solely on wage increases. Additionally, it highlights the disproportionate influence of foreign capital in the Romanian economy, which requires strategic investments to enhance productivity.