The inflation rate rose from a manageable threshold of 4.9% in the spring of las...

Verdict: MISLEADING

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Confidence: 85%

Evidence quality: PUTERNICĂ

**What was analyzed:** The article analyzes the economic situation of Romania in March 2026, stating a doubling of inflation, tax increases, a decrease in purchasing power, and a negative impact of the 'Bolojan Plan'. **What sources confirm:** Sources confirm that inflation doubled in March 2026 compared to the previous year, reaching approximately 9-10%, and that Romania has the highest inflation in the EU, more than three times the European average. The increase in VAT and excise duties in 2025 and 2026 is also confirmed, as well as their contribution to inflation. There is evidence of a decrease in purchasing power and consumption. **Limitations:** There is no direct evidence in sources for the exact figures regarding the decrease in purchasing power (e.g., 7.4% in 9 months, 8 consecutive months of decline) or for the claim that it is 'the worst blow since the financial crisis'. Additionally, the exact quantification of inflation in the absence of taxes (4.5%) is an estimate, not a…

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