Moldova's public finances, trade flows and energy costs remained in focus in the latest morning review, alongside new steps in administrative reform, industrial parks and financial market regulation. The briefing also highlights changes in customs operations, transport and airport traffic, as well as fresh data on SEPA savings, local development funding and upcoming economic events.
Moldova's economic and policy agenda remains active, with fresh signals from international lenders, the energy sector and the banking market shaping the outlook for the months ahead. The full briefing also covers new investment flows, regulatory changes and upcoming events that could influence business decisions and market expectations.
The World Bank expects economic growth in Europe and Central Asia to slow in the coming years amid pressure from high energy prices, weak external demand, and ongoing uncertainty. The new report also notes significant differences among subregions: some economies are remaining resilient thanks to domestic demand and investment, while others are facing a more pronounced slowdown in business activity.
The National Bank of Moldova stated that the macroeconomic situation remains stable and sustainable, while noting increased cooperation with the Romanian regulator in the area of financial supervision. The discussion focused on further harmonizing regulations with European standards, developing the insurance market, and measures designed to strengthen confidence in the nonbanking sector.
Moldova enjoys a high level of trust from external partners and investors, but its financial stability must translate into investment, economic growth, and increased productivity and competitiveness—Vasile Tofan
Moldova is entering a period of significant tariff and policy changes, with new energy prices, transport rules and regulatory measures set to take effect as the authorities respond to market pressures. At the same time, fresh investment plans, capital market developments and upcoming international financing discussions point to a busy economic agenda that could reshape several sectors.
The World Bank will finance new projects in Moldova in areas such as infrastructure, energy, and water supply
Moldova enters the new business week with a dense policy and market agenda, as fresh data point to widening fiscal pressure, stronger reserves and continued inflows from abroad. At the same time, major decisions are expected in energy, investment and capital markets, with several initiatives that could reshape financing, tariffs and business regulation.
The National Bank's foreign exchange reserves reached a new all-time high, continuing to rise at the end of the most recent reporting week. The regulator's statistics also show a noticeable increase in this figure since the beginning of the year, and the full version of the article provides details on the trends and a comparison with previous records.
The EBRD maintained its GDP growth forecast for Moldova at 2.8% for 2026 and 3.5% for 2027
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
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