The lift in M&A activity in 2024 was most pronounced in H2, with 415 deals announced – the highest H2 volume since 2012 and a 58% year-on-year increase from 263 deals in H2 2023.
Romania is entering a new stage, with its multiannual economic recovery programme launching in 2026, carrying an estimated budget of around €5 billion through 2032 and a dedicated framework for anchor-type strategic investments above €200 million, according to experts at EY Romania.
OMV Petrom, an integrated energy producer in Southeast Europe, has made the final investment decision for Gabare, an integrated solar energy and battery storage project in Bulgaria.
The gap between European and Romanian agricultural economic pressures widened in Q1 2026.
More frequent heatwaves, rising energy costs and concerns about indoor air quality are changing the way Romanians choose climate control solutions.
Romania's annual inflation rate climbed to 10.85% in May from 10.71% in April, driven by rising costs across all sectors, according to data released by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).