On the other hand, 28% say they are optimistic about the year ahead, with a significantly higher percentage among those with incomes over RON 6,000 (33%).
Lidl Romania continues to invest in the country and announces for the financial year 2026 (1 March 2026 – 28 February 2027) an expansion plan of over €285 million.
Israeli developer Econergy Renewable Energy has secured €31 million in project financing from Kommunalkredit for its 60MW Ovidiu solar project in Romania.
Romania's annual inflation rate saw a marginal decrease in February 2026, dropping to 9.31% from the 9.62% recorded in January.
Romania continues to record the lowest uptake of e-government services in the European Union.
World Class Romania, part of Vectr Holdings, has appointed Matei Filipidescu as CEO. He is replacing Kent Orrgren, who concluded his term as CEO after nine years.