Gas prices in Europe continued to rise, reaching 74.35 euros per MWh
The price of natural gas on the European exchange reached 74.35 euros per MWh on September 2, continuing the upward trend of recent days — Energocom
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Transnistria's Mandatory Gas Reserves for the Winter of 2026–2027 Will Be Significantly Increased
The regulator has revised the requirements for mandatory gas reserves for Transnistria for the upcoming heating season, significantly tightening the parameters for winter preparations. The decision is linked to updated gas legislation and is accompanied by a new schedule for building reserves, while suppliers' deadlines and reporting obligations to the authorities remain unchanged.
InfoMarket Morning Brief | 03.09.2026
Moldova's fiscal and regulatory agenda is moving quickly, with the government revising the 2026 budget framework, tightening rules in key sectors and advancing several major investment and infrastructure decisions. The day's briefing also points to notable developments in banking, agriculture and energy that could shape market expectations in the weeks ahead.
New gas rates took effect in Moldova on September 1
In Moldova, the ANRE's decision to raise natural gas rates for all Energocom customers took effect on September 1
Moldova has introduced mandatory gas reserve requirements for supplies to Transnistria
Amendments to Moldova's Natural Gas Law have come into effect, establishing a separate mechanism for mandatory reserves to supply the Transnistrian region. The new rules establish procedures for building up and drawing down the reserve, and also introduce requirements for the company designated to handle supplies, making the system more formalized and predictable in light of past disruptions.
Energocom supplied approximately 8.4 million cubic meters of gas over the course of a month at an average price of 50.12 euros per MWh
In July, Energocom supplied 8.38 million cubic meters of gas to Moldova at an average price of 50.12 euros per MWh at the country's border
ANRE has denied allegations that it inflated the euro exchange rate when calculating gas rates
ANRE rejected allegations that the euro exchange rate was artificially inflated when calculating the new gas tariff, which allegedly placed an additional burden on consumers. The regulator stated that the calculations are based on the current methodology, and that the exchange rate used will subsequently be adjusted based on actual data, without generating additional revenue for the supplier.
Moldova Has Sharply Increased Natural Gas Rates for Residential Customers
The natural gas rate for residential consumers in Moldova has increased by 40.7%—from 13.35 to 18.79 lei per cubic meter, excluding VAT (from 14.42 to 20.3 lei, including 8% VAT)
In Moldova, extending the interval between gas meter inspections could lower the gas rate by 1 leu
Moldova is considering measures that could partially curb the rise in gas rates by reducing network operators' costs. One such initiative could be a change in the rules for meter inspections, which, according to the Ministry of Energy, could have a significant impact on the final cost of gas distribution for consumers.
Energocom Trading will supply Termoelectrica with 180.5 million cubic meters of gas during the first four months of 2027
A state-owned energy supplier has secured a multi-month gas supply arrangement with the country's largest consumer, covering the heating season and extending into spring. The deal underscores the company's growing role in a competitive market and its ability to meet large-scale demand with stable supply solutions.
Moldova has warned of an inevitable increase in gas rates for consumers
Moldova cannot avoid raising gas rates for consumers amid a sharp rise in gas prices on international exchanges—Vasili Tofan
Gas prices in Europe have reached a three-week high
The price of gas traded on the European market reached 62.14 euros per MWh on August 17, the highest level in the past three weeks — Energocom
Moldova Will Not Resume Purchasing Electricity from the Moldovan State Power Plant — Ministry of Energy
Moldova's Ministry of Energy stated that, under the current circumstances, a return to purchasing electricity from the Moldovan State Power Plant is not being considered. The ministry attributes this to changes in the economics of production, technical limitations, and additional risks associated with sanctions and new energy market regulations.
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