Producția de bere a scăzut cu 9%, iar consumul continuă declinul

Beer production in Romania decreased by 9% in the first half of 2026, reaching 8.1 million hectoliters. The decline is attributed to a significant tax increase on beer, which has not led to proportional budgetary benefits. If the trend continues, the market may hit a historic low of 13.1 million hectoliters for the year. The beer sector, heavily reliant on local production, is facing challenges due to high taxation and reduced consumption, impacting investments and job security. A stable tax framework is deemed essential for market recovery and sustainable contributions to the national economy.