The National Bank of Moldova raised its base rate to 9% per annum
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.
Currency regulation
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
The limit on foreign exchange transactions in Moldova will be raised in stages
The limit on foreign exchange transactions without NBM authorization will be raised to 100,000 euros, and to 250,000 euros starting in 2028
Moldova's external public debt rose to $4.86 billion over seven months
Moldova's external public debt increased by $45.34 million (+0.9%) in January–July 2026, totaling $4 billion 855.95 million as of July 31
The National Bank of Moldova has raised its inflation forecast for 2026 and 2027
Moldova's central bank has revised up its inflation outlook for the next two years and signaled that price pressures are likely to stay elevated for longer than previously expected. The decision came alongside a tighter monetary policy move, with the bank pointing to a mix of domestic and external factors behind the updated forecast.
The National Bank of Moldova raised the base rate to a three-year high
The National Bank of Moldova has lifted its key policy rate to a three-year high, signaling a fresh shift in its monetary stance after a series of earlier adjustments. Market participants will be watching closely for the implications for borrowing costs, inflation expectations and the central bank's next moves.
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