ANRE has put forward for public comment a draft revision of regulated natural gas prices for residential consumers, which could significantly change the cost of gas supplies in the near future. The agency's decision is due to changes in market conditions and rising gas procurement costs; the full version of the article includes details of the proposed adjustment and the supplier's arguments.
Moldova is preparing a phased change to the tax regime for a number of goods imported into Transnistria: in the first phase, the new rules will apply to a limited list of products, and the list will then be expanded. The authorities hope to gradually level the playing field for businesses and reduce existing exemptions; however, the details of the reform and its implications for the market will only become clear once the full text of the draft is available.
The Energy Ministry is weighing changes to the inspection timetable for electronic electricity meters as part of a broader effort to modernize regulations and curb costs in the power sector. The proposal, discussed with regulators and other agencies, could ease expenses for network operators and potentially feed through to lower charges for consumers, but the final impact will depend on the outcome of the review.
On August 6, Apă-Canal Chișinău's new rates for public water supply, sewerage, and wastewater treatment services took effect
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Regulated prices for natural gas supplied to Moldova's end users will be adjusted quarterly – ANRE
The cost of issuing passports and driver’s licenses will increase, and new fee-based services for businesses will be introduced in Moldova
Moldova’s government is signaling a shift in gas procurement strategy, arguing that smaller monthly purchases may be a more prudent way to navigate volatile market conditions. At the same time, officials say consumer tariffs could still be eased through changes in distribution and supply costs, with room for a broader review of the sector’s structure and regulation.
In Moldova, the introduction of a levy of 0.48 lei per liter of gasoline and diesel fuel to create emergency reserves of petroleum products will be postponed for 30 days
The Moldovan government declared state of high alert in the energy sector nationwide for a period of 30 days in order to ensure the supply of petroleum products and prevent a diesel fuel shortage
ANRE stated that the liberalization of the natural gas market does not increase the cost of gas distribution services
The main differences between Energocom’s and ANRE’s calculations of the new gas rate concern the magnitude of rate deviations and the forecast for the purchase price
Moldova’s gas procurement costs rose sharply in the first half of 2026, with the market seeing notable month-to-month volatility and a peak in spring. Regulatory data also point to a changing consumption pattern and a revised outlook for the rest of the year, with further price pressure expected in the coming months.
Price of natural gas on the European exchange continues to rise; over the past 24 hours, it has increased by 2.6%, and over the past two weeks, by 36.3% — Energocom
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