The NBM supports the development of the business environment by strengthening a stable, competitive, and growth-oriented financial ecosystem
Vice Governor of the National Bank of Moldova (NBM), Constantin Schendra, stated while speaking at the event “Business Smart Education — the impact of financial education on the business environment: opportunities for sustainable business.” It was organized by Romanian institutions such as the Institute for Financial Studies, the Financial Supervisory Authority, the National Union of Insurance and Reinsurance Companies in Romania, the National Union of Insurance Brokerage and Consulting Companies, the Bucharest Stock Exchange, as well as Moldovan institutions such as the National Bank of Moldova, the International Stock Exchange of Moldova, Banca Comercială Română (BCR), and the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova. The conference brought together representatives from the financial, banking, academic, and business sectors, emphasizing the importance of sharing experiences and best practices between institutions in the two countries in order to provide the business community with practical and relevant solutions by improving financial literacy and understanding of available financial instruments. The event's program included topics such as the role of banks in supporting the business environment, the importance of insurance for companies, and the opportunities offered by the capital market. Constantin Schendra noted that banks' support for small and medium-sized enterprises through lending creates a significant portion of jobs and added value in the economy. With the help of financial products and specialized programs, banks contribute to the development and strengthening of this segment, turning challenges into opportunities and supporting sustainable business growth. Discussions also touched on credit policies tailored to the current needs of companies, diversified financial solutions, and the importance of cooperation between banks and entrepreneurs to stimulate sustainable growth. Participants emphasized the role of business insurance in risk management, access to the capital market as an alternative path to development, and the advantages that the stock exchange offers the business environment, including in the process of expansion and attracting investment. As noted by the NBM, in this context, the National Bank reaffirmed its commitment to supporting entrepreneurship by strengthening a stable, competitive, and predictable financial ecosystem that will contribute to the sustainable development of the business environment and long-term economic growth. // 27.02.2026 — InfoMarket.
