Tag: Romania (1295 articles)

Real estate   |   12 May, 2026 at 8:15 AM

Find out who's shaping Romanian real estate in 2026

Business leaders from finance, energy, technology, real estate and professional services will gather in Bucharest next week to discuss how companies can navigate economic uncertainty, technological disruption and shifting market dynamics. Bucharest Business Forum 2026 brings together senior executives, investors and decision-makers for an afternoon focused on leadership, transformation and long-term growth opportunities.

Economy   |   11 May, 2026 at 5:30 PM

Romania's trade deficit drops 9.3% in Q1

Romania's trade deficit fell 9.3% to €7.7 billion in the first three months of 2026, down €792.1 million compared to the same period in 2025, according to data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).

Real estate   |   7 May, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Romania's industrial stock tops 8 million sqm in Q1 2026

Romania's industrial and logistics market reached over 8 million sqm in Q1 2026, with approximately 115,000 sqm of new space delivered. At the same time, around 500,000 sqm are currently under construction, according to Cushman & Wakefield Echinox's report.

Industry   |   7 May, 2026 at 9:30 AM

Polpharma to launch takeover bid for Biofarm

Polish pharmaceutical company Zakłady Farmaceutyczne Polpharma has agreed to launch a voluntary public takeover offer (VTO) for all shares of Romanian drugmaker Biofarm, according to a regulatory filing.

Finance   |   6 May, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Romanian leu hits new historic low against euro

The Romanian leu depreciated on Wednesday against the euro, which was calculated by the National Bank of Romania (BNR) at RON 5.2688, up 0.97% from the previous rate, recording a new historic high.

Industry   |   6 May, 2026 at 8:15 AM

Rheinmetall eyes takeover of bankrupt Mangalia shipyard

German defence group Rheinmetall is considering acquiring the bankrupt shipyard in Mangalia, in partnership with Swiss shipping company MSC. The potential takeover could transform the facility into a dual-use hub for military and civilian shipbuilding.

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Finance

IFC to acquire 10% stake in Romanian pension firm Carpathia

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has signed an agreement with Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) to acquire approximately 10% of the shares of Carpathia Pensii, a Romanian private pension company.

Industry

Electric cars registrations in Romania up to 26% during April 2026

New car registrations in Romania increased by 2.7% in April compared to the same period in 2025, while electrified vehicles reported a 26% increase and a 68% market share, according to preliminary data from the Association of Car Producers and Importers (APIA).

Economy

Romania's trade deficit drops 9.3% in Q1

Romania's trade deficit fell 9.3% to €7.7 billion in the first three months of 2026, down €792.1 million compared to the same period in 2025, according to data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).