Romania: World Bank Expects Romania's Economy To Shrink By 0.5% In 2026

October 6, 2026

World Bank Expects Romania's Economy To Shrink By 0.5% In 2026
Oct 6, 2026

World Bank Expects Romania's Economy To Shrink By 0.5% In 2026.

The World Bank expects Romania's gross domestic product (GDP) to contract by 0.5% in 2026 as fiscal consolidation and higher energy costs weigh on (…)

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