Puterea de cumpărare a leului de-a lungul timpului: un coș care costa 100 de lei în 2005 ar fi costat circa 256 de lei în 2025

Over the past two decades, the purchasing power of the Romanian leu has significantly declined, with a basket of goods costing 256 lei in 2025 compared to 100 lei in 2005. This reflects a 61% loss in purchasing power for a fixed amount of money. The history of the leu includes various monetary reforms and depreciations, complicating direct comparisons across different eras. The article emphasizes that while nominal values remain the same, the actual quantity of goods and services that can be purchased has changed due to inflation. The impact of price increases varies among households, depending on their spending patterns. Ultimately, the key question for individuals is whether their current income allows them to purchase more or fewer goods than before.