Moldova's GDP growth in 2026 is expected to be lower than initially forecast
Moldova's GDP growth in 2026 is expected to be 1.8%, rather than the 2.4% projected when the draft law on the 2026 state budget was being prepared.
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Moldova's national debt will rise to 162.9 billion lei by the end of 2026
Moldova's national debt, according to forecasts, as of December 31 will not exceed 162 billion 886.3 million lei and will increase by 6 billion 853.3 million lei compared to the amount approved for 2026, mainly due to an increase in external public debt
Moldova plans to reduce its budget deficit to 3% of GDP by 2027
The Moldovan government aims to reduce the state budget deficit in 2027 to 3% of GDP from an expected 5.95% of GDP in 2026 – Vasile Tofan
The Moldovan government has increased the 2026 state budget deficit to 23 billion lei
The Moldovan government has approved amendments to the 2026 State Budget Law, which provide for an increase in the budget deficit by 2 billion 171.8 million lei—to 23 billion 071.8 million lei (5.95% of GDP)
Fitch affirmed Moldova's rating and lowered its GDP growth forecast for 2026
The international rating agency Fitch Ratings has affirmed Moldova's rating at B+ with a stable outlook and lowered its GDP growth forecast for 2026 to 1.7%
Living conditions in Moldova have improved, but part of the economy has not returned to the level it was at 35 years ago
Living conditions, well-being, and infrastructure in Moldova have improved, but indicators for some economic sectors have not reached pre-independence levels over the past 35 years—Veaceslav Ioniţă
Moldova and Luxembourg Plan to Expand Trade, Economic, and Investment Cooperation
Moldova and Luxembourg have discussed ways to deepen trade, economic, and investment ties, alongside the next steps in Moldova's EU accession process. The talks also come against a shifting bilateral trade picture, with recent data pointing to notable changes in both exports and imports between the two countries.
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Moldova wants to attract Belgian investment and expand trade with Belgium
Moldova is discussing with Belgium new opportunities for investment and expanded trade cooperation as part of its efforts to strengthen ties with the EU. Statistics already show significant changes in bilateral trade, and the agenda for the talks includes not only economic issues but also support for European integration and regional stability.
Moldova's total public debt rose to 723.3 billion lei at the beginning of 2026
In Moldova, the national economy's total debt at the end of the first quarter of 2026 stood at 723.3 billion lei, an increase of 4.3% compared with the end of 2025.
The National Bank of Moldova (NBM) stated that conditions are favorable for accelerating economic growth in Moldova
The National Bank of Moldova says recent economic indicators point to a stronger pace of growth in the second quarter, supported by broad-based gains in industry, trade, exports and agriculture. At the same time, the central bank has tightened monetary policy, citing resilient consumer demand and financing trends that could keep inflationary pressures elevated in the near term.
The NBM's foreign currency reserves rose to 5.2 billion euros
The National Bank of Moldova’s foreign currency reserves increased again during the most recent reporting week, continuing their moderate growth since the beginning of the year. The regulator disclosed the latest estimate of reserve assets and changes compared to the previous reporting date, and also noted recent changes to the format of their publication.
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