Economy | 13 May, 2025 at 12:02 PM
EBRD sees slowing Romanian economy in 2025
The EBRD has slightly revised its forecasts for the Romanian economy's growth in 2025 but maintained its predictions for 2026, according to a recent report.
The EBRD has slightly revised its forecasts for the Romanian economy's growth in 2025 but maintained its predictions for 2026, according to a recent report.
The EBRD has subscribed for PLN 140 million (€33 million) in the debut sustainability-linked bond issuance by Żabka Group, a Polish modern convenience retailer.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the launch of an international tender to find new investors for Giurgiulești International Free Port.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has signed a synthetic securitisation deal with UniCredit Bank.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a regional loan of up to €120 million to AFI Europe to support its development pipeline in Serbia, Poland, Romania, and Czechia.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has allocated €15 million to Morphosis Capital Fund II, a private equity fund managed by Morphosis Capital Partners.
Private sector transactions included a €40 million risk-sharing agreement with Banca Transilvania for Omnia Europe SA.
The investment marks a strategic partnership between Enterprise Investors and eTravel founder and CEO Andrzej Wierzba.
The main purpose of the code is to support the issuer's corporate resilience in a rapidly changing world.
Program empowers women in Romania to step into management or advisory board roles.
Research shows that companies with diverse boards are more likely to outperform their peers, leading to better business outcomes, smarter decision-making, and enhanced innovation.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a €10 million equity investment in Romanian retail chain La Cocoș. Additional equity funding will be provided by CEECAT Capital and Morphosis Capital to support the retailer's development plans.
Founded in 2014, La Cocos is a Romanian discount retailer currently operating three locations in Ploiesti and Bucharest.
The proceeds will be used, among others, for the development, construction, and operation of two solar photovoltaic plants in Giurgiu County, with a combined capacity of 315 MW.
Under this new agreement, 30% of the funds will be directed to projects supporting the transition to a green economy.
The total value of the investment projects that will be financed including with the help of the mentioned credits is RON 1.44 billion.
Investment led by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Sofina, Index Ventures, Quadrille, and TCF Capital, complemented by growth capital funding from the European Investment Bank (EIB) under its Scale-Up Initiative.
The portfolio comprised almost 1,800 loans, showcasing the scale and diversity of the assets involved.
CEE is transforming from Europe's periphery into a defence industry powerhouse, according to a new KPMG study. The region's combination of cost efficiency, industrial capacity, and strategic location is attracting investment as European defence spending increases.
The EU's downward trend in transport costs ended abruptly in March 2026, with Romania emerging as one of the most heavily impacted member states.
ING Bank Romania reported a 5% increase in total revenue for 2025, surpassing RON 4 billion (€800 million).
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the resulting energy price shock are putting additional pressure on Romania's economy, already affected by the EU's highest inflation, a major fiscal deficit and internal political risks, according to an eToro analysis.
In 2025, Romania recorded one of the highest shares of young entrepreneurs in the EU, with those aged 20–29 accounting for 10.3% of the country's self-employed population.