Romania: Romania’s trade deficit shrinks amid subdued domestic demand

January 13, 2026

Romania’s trade deficit shrinks amid subdued domestic demand
Jan 13, 2026

Romania’s trade deficit shrinks amid subdued domestic demand.

Romania’s imports dropped by 5.3% y/y to EUR 10.6 billion in November – the month when the wholesale traders bring in their merchandise for the peak retail sales, and the retailers’ business is gaining momentum. Exports edged down marginally by 0.1% y/y to EUR 8.4 billion in the same month, (…)

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