Moldova has received a clear signal of confidence from abroad and is becoming increasingly attractive to investors after Moody’s assigned it a B2 rating, the highest in the past 25 years - Alexandru Munteanu
Prime Minister made this statement while commenting on the fact that the international rating agency Moody’s raised our country’s rating from B3 to B2, maintaining a stable outlook, which is the best rating our country has received in the last 25 years. “Moldova is receiving a clear signal of confidence from abroad. This is not a political opinion. It is an independent, technical assessment of how the state manages its economy and finances. Moldova is becoming more stable, predictable, and respected,” stated Alexandru Munteanu. According to him, the B2 rating indicates that Moldova continues to face economic and geopolitical challenges but has demonstrated a significantly improved ability to manage financial, political, and social risks. In concrete terms, this means better access to international financing, lower costs for external borrowing, and increased attractiveness of the country for foreign investment and development projects. “This evolution reflects the direction in which we are moving: strengthening institutions, real reforms, energy independence, and clear steps toward the European Union. This is the result of coordinated work at the institutional level: when there is consensus, accountability, and decisions are made, the results begin to be visible from the outside,” Prime Minister added. The Moldovan Ministry of Finance, in turn, noted that the new B2 rating reflects our country’s steady progress in institutional consolidation, improved governance, and the implementation of economic reforms, including in the context of the EU accession process. The rating indicates an increased capacity to manage macro-financial risks and may facilitate access to external financing on more favorable terms, including through extended maturities and diversification of funding sources, thereby contributing to sustainable public debt management. The rating also enhances the country’s attractiveness for investment and development projects, as well as strengthens investor and international financial partner confidence in Moldova’s fiscal and budgetary policies. During the rating review process, the authorities maintained a continuous technical dialogue with Moody’s, providing up-to-date information on macroeconomic developments and the reform program. At the same time, the Investment Agency noted that Moody’s decision to upgrade Moldova’s sovereign rating while maintaining a stable outlook reflects concrete progress in strengthening the state’s and the economy’s ability to cope with a challenging regional context: reducing energy dependence and adapting to external shocks; strengthening institutions and capacity for reform; reducing political risks and enhancing domestic stability. At the same time, the report continues to highlight challenges related to geopolitical risks and the pace of economic growth. But for the business community, this development confirms an important point: Moldova is becoming an increasingly predictable market with a strengthening institutional framework and openness to investment. The Investment Agency stated that it continues to support this path by facilitating dialogue with investors and promoting opportunities. Moody’s is one of the leading international rating agencies that assess the financial risks of countries and companies. Through its ratings, the agency sets a global benchmark for creditworthiness, directly influencing investment decisions and the cost of financing in international markets. // 07.04.2026 – InfoMarket.
