The UN has expressed its readiness to support Moldova in implementing policies aimed at inclusive development and improving the well-being of the population. At a meeting with the Minister of Finance, the parties discussed the role of tax and budget policies in sustainable growth, business support, and the financing of key social sectors.
The World Bank will provide Moldova with a $50 million loan to modernize public buildings in order to improve their energy efficiency
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.
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
Moldova's energy sector is entering a period of heightened pressure as lawmakers approved a temporary state of emergency, while utilities have filed steep tariff revision requests and reserve gas procurement is nearing a key deadline. At the same time, the government is moving ahead with a broad administrative overhaul, tax changes aligned with EU rules, and new infrastructure and reform projects that could reshape several sectors in the months ahead.
The government will revise upward its projected spending on compensation for the public during the upcoming cold season, taking into account rising gas prices on international markets
Moldova's Ministry of Finance announced a new round of subscriptions for government bonds by individuals, to take place from September 21 through October 5, 2026, via the eVMS.md platform
Moldova's economic agenda is being shaped by a mix of monetary tightening, new tax rules and fresh infrastructure funding, while exporters and businesses are adapting to shifting trade and logistics conditions. The full briefing also tracks notable changes in reserves, industrial prices, rail cargo flows and several investment projects that could matter for markets and policymakers.
The Moldovan Parliament approved, in the first reading, amendments to the 2026 state budget that significantly increase both revenue and expenditures, while also raising the deficit to a new level. The amendments provide for additional payments to public sector employees, increased transfers for social and infrastructure needs, and the reallocation of funds across a number of areas; meanwhile, ahead of the second reading, lawmakers have submitted several dozen more proposals, some of which have already received support.
Annual inflation in Moldova in August 2026 stood at 6.96%, up by 0.62 percentage points, compared to the previous month and exceeding the upper limit of the NBM's target range (5% ±1.5 percentage points)
Moldova has completed another series of local development projects covering a range of areas—from road and utility infrastructure to street lighting and the improvement of public spaces. The full version of this article provides details on the work completed, the geographic scope of the projects, and how they will impact the lives of residents in various communities across the country.
The National Bank of Moldova raised the base rate applied to its main short-term monetary policy operations by another 1.5 percentage points—from 7.5% to 9% per annum.
Moldova's state social insurance budget ended the first eight months of 2026 with a surplus, while revenues and expenditures increased significantly compared to last year. Mandatory contributions and transfers from the state budget played a significant role in this outcome, while certain tax sources related to the IT sector and self-employed individuals stood out in the revenue structure.
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