Moldova's budget deficit rose by 16.6% in the first eight months of 2026
Moldova's state budget deficit for January–August 2026 totaled 8.721 billion lei, which is 1.2428 billion lei (16.6%) higher than the figure for the same period in 2025.
Economy
Moldova Wants to Expand Economic Ties with Ireland and Attract Investment
Moldova and Ireland discussed expanding economic cooperation and attracting new investment against the backdrop of deepening political dialogue and Chisinau's progress toward European integration. The agenda also included issues that could significantly impact bilateral relations and the business environment, including new agreements and the strengthening of diplomatic presence.
The U.S. has lifted the additional tariff on most goods from Moldova
For most goods from Moldova, the additional U.S. tariff—which stood at 25% just a year ago—no longer applies
Moldova's Growth Plan: Less Bureaucracy and More Investment
"The implementation of the Growth Plan should lead to less bureaucracy, increased investment, and greater opportunities for Moldovan companies," said Claudiu Năsui
115 companies have submitted applications for the European Commission's call for proposals for investments in Moldova
The European Commission is wrapping up its evaluation of applications for the Moldova investment competition: interest in the program turned out to be significantly higher than expected, and some of the projects have already received preliminary support. The focus is on initiatives in key economic sectors, and selection is based on several criteria, making the results of the call for proposals particularly important for the market.
The EBRD has maintained its GDP growth forecast for Moldova for 2026 and 2027
The EBRD maintained its GDP growth forecast for Moldova at 2.8% for 2026 and 3.5% for 2027
Moldova will discuss the development of creative industries and their entry into global markets
As part of Moldova Business Week 2026, Chisinau will host "Creative Industries Days," where participants will discuss the sector's export potential, attracting investment, and Moldovan companies' entry into foreign markets. The program includes a conference, meetings with international delegates, pitch sessions, and networking events, all designed to demonstrate how creative businesses can turn ideas into international projects.
Moldova has dropped 13 spots in the global cryptocurrency adoption ranking
Moldova has dropped significantly in the global cryptocurrency adoption ranking; however, this result should be compared to last year's with an eye toward the updated methodology and the reduced number of countries included in the study. Chainalysis's latest report also highlights important shifts in the global crypto economy: the leadership landscape is changing, and certain market segments continue to grow even amid an overall correction.
Trucks transport nearly 85% of Moldova's exports to the European Union
84.5% of Moldova's exports to the European Union are transported by truck; in the first half of 2026, goods worth 895 million euros were delivered to the EU by this means
Parliament approved measures to strengthen the independence of the National Bank of Moldova
The Moldovan Parliament approved, in the first reading, a package of amendments designed to strengthen the independence of the National Bank and bring national regulations into line with European standards. The bill addresses not only the regulator's powers but also the regime governing its assets, as well as requirements for its management and staff—further details relevant to the financial sector are expected during the second reading.
In Moldova, the limit on foreign exchange transactions without BNM authorization will be gradually increased to 250,000 euros
Moldova is preparing a phased easing of foreign exchange regulations: certain transactions and settlements will be permitted without regulatory approval under broader conditions, and restrictions will be gradually eased over the coming years. At the same time, opportunities for residents and currency exchange offices are being expanded, while the National Bank will gain additional control tools and will be able to block transactions if risks are identified.
Moldovan authorities have implemented five of the nine measures outlined in the Growth Plan's Reform Agenda - AIM
The Alliance of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises of Moldova assessed the progress made on some of the reforms outlined in the Growth Plan for 2025–2027 and concluded that most of them have already been confirmed by publicly available data, while significant progress has been made on the rest. The report also identifies key implementation risks and provides recommendations for completing the remaining components and ensuring more transparent publication of the results.
Moldova's Prime Minister Urged Norwegian Businesses and Foundations to Invest in the Country
Prime Minister Vasile Tofan called on Norwegian companies and funds to explore investment opportunities in Moldova
Moldova's external public debt rose to $5.18 billion in the first eight months of 2026
Moldova's external public debt increased by $368.98 million (+7.7%) in January–August 2026, reaching $5 billion 179.59 million as of August 31
Exports of services in Moldova have nearly caught up with exports of goods
In 2025, Moldova's exports of services approached the levels of goods exports, and in certain segments, they already account for a significant portion of foreign revenue. Against this backdrop, the authorities are preparing a separate set of measures focused on export potential, tourism, and new forms of support for companies, and will also name the country's top exporters for the first time.
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