Măsurile care au scos România din „junk” în 2014, după aproape șase ani

Romania regained its 'investment grade' status in May 2014 after nearly six years in the 'junk' category, due to a series of fiscal and structural reforms. The rating was upgraded from BB+ to BBB- by Standard & Poor's, reflecting improved public finances, reduced external imbalances, and a stabilized banking system. The country had faced significant challenges since being downgraded in 2008, including high public debt and reliance on foreign financing. Key measures included fiscal consolidation, a strict fiscal framework, and reforms in state-owned companies. By 2014, Romania's budget deficit was below 3% of GDP, and external debt had significantly decreased, leading to a more stable economic environment.