INS: Economia României a scăzut în primul semestru. Concordia vede un risc tot mai mare de recesiune în 2026 - StartupCafe

Romania's economy contracted by 0.8% in the first half of 2026, with a 0.4% decline in Q2 compared to the previous year, raising recession concerns. Iulian Lolea from Concordia highlights weak retail sales and private consumption as key factors. The forecast suggests a potential 0.5% economic contraction for the year, influenced by reduced consumer confidence and political stability. However, a slight recovery is expected in the second half due to decreasing inflation and public spending resumption. The stability of the government and fiscal adjustments are crucial for economic recovery.