Tag: Ukraine (11 articles)

Real estate | 16 September, 2026 at 8:27 AM

The Eastern Growth Corridor can turn strategic importance into investment

Property Forum's first EastGate Investment Showcase, held on 15 September, brought together investors, business leaders, financial institutions, public authorities and regional decision-makers at the Palace of Culture in Iași to explore how Northeast Romania and the wider Romania-Moldova-Ukraine corridor can translate its strategic position into investable opportunities. The event created a new meeting point between international capital and regional stakeholders, with discussions ranging from infrastructure and energy to real estate, logistics and Ukraine's reconstruction. EastGate's objective extends beyond the event itself: the initiative will continue with the development of the EastGate Investment Pipeline 2027, aimed at identifying and preparing concrete opportunities for investors.

Real estate | 2 July, 2026 at 2:05 AM

This overlooked region could shape Europe's next growth story

When international investors discuss Romania, the conversation often begins with Bucharest and increasingly includes cities such as Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara and Brașov. Yet one of the country's most compelling growth stories is unfolding further east.

Real estate | 23 June, 2026 at 8:00 AM

EECFA: Eastern European construction growth desynchronises from Southeast

The Eastern European construction market is facing a cooling period of "little less optimism", while Southeast Europe shows signs of stabilizing with a "little less pessimism", according to the Eastern European Construction Forecasting Association (EECFA) 2026 Summer Construction Forecast released on 22 June 2026. Despite the shifting sentiment, both regions are projected to sustain the record-high output levels achieved in 2025 through to 2028.

Real estate | 19 June, 2026 at 7:52 AM

Europe's next growth corridor is emerging in the East

For decades, investment activity in Central and Eastern Europe has been concentrated around a handful of established markets and capital cities. Yet some of the most significant economic shifts taking place today are happening further east, along a corridor connecting Romania, Moldova and Ukraine.

Industry | 21 April, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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.

Real estate | 17 December, 2025 at 11:05 AM

Construction outlook in Eastern Europe looks positive in 2026

In the East European region, the aggregated construction outlook for next year has remained positive, only the trajectory has changed a little, according to the winter report of the Eastern European Construction Forecasting Association (EECFA). 

Industry | 17 December, 2025 at 10:08 AM

Metinvest buys pipe production facility in eastern Romania

Metinvest has completed the acquisition of ArcelorMittal Tubular Products Iași, located in eastern Romania.

Economy | 11 July, 2025 at 10:06 AM

Romania joins EU initiative to bolster trade with Ukraine

Romania has officially joined the InvestEU Ukraine Export Credit Guarantee Facility, a joint initiative by the European Commission and the European Investment Fund (EIF).

Real estate | 27 June, 2025 at 11:50 AM

Mixed outlook for Eastern and Southeast European construction by 2027

While the Southeast European region is projected to maintain its 2024 activity levels, reduced optimism in Eastern Europe is largely attributed to a worsened forecast for Turkey, finds the latest report of the Eastern European Construction Forecasting Association (EECFA).  

Finance | 2 June, 2025 at 5:11 PM

Pleso Therapy raises $1.2 million for European expansion

Pleso Therapy startup, the developer of a mental health app, has raised $1.2 million to bolster its European presence.

Real estate | 17 December, 2024 at 4:23 PM

Bulgaria to drive growth in EE construction sector in 2025

The biggest growth in Eastern Europe is foreseen in Bulgaria going into 2025, while the rest of the countries are projected to make side moves in the coming years, according to a report by the Eastern European Construction Forecasting Association (EECFA).

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