Tag: Simina Niculiță (3 articles)

Industry

CEE emerges as Europe's new defence industry powerhouse, says KPMG

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.

Energy

Romania records second-highest fuel price hike in EU during March

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.

Finance

ING Romania records slight revenue growth, smaller profit in 2025

ING Bank Romania reported a 5% increase in total revenue for 2025, surpassing RON 4 billion (€800 million).

Economy

Romanian inflation faces upward pressure of ongoing Strait of Hormuz crisis

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.

Economy

Romania ranks third in EU for youth entrepreneurship

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.