Inflația în România în 2026: BNR estimează 6,1% la finalul anului

The annual inflation rate is expected to significantly decrease in Q3 2026, influenced by the removal of electricity price caps and tax increases. It will fluctuate slightly in Q4 2026 and is projected to return to target range by the end of 2027. Inflation is anticipated to be 6.1% in December 2026, with further reductions to 3.4% in December 2027 and 2.8% in June 2028. Factors affecting inflation include supply-side pressures and the impact of energy prices and food costs. The overall economic outlook suggests a gradual decrease in inflation, with risks remaining elevated due to global uncertainties and domestic political conditions.