The National Bank has released a draft of new regulations for public consultation that significantly change the approach to digital resilience in the financial sector. The document will address IT risk management, incident response, system testing, and oversight of third-party providers, and the requirements are scheduled to be implemented in phases starting in 2029.
The National Bank of Moldova will host an international conference in Chisinau dedicated to the development of the secured bond market and long-term mortgage financing. The event will feature discussions on European experience, regulatory approaches, and practical solutions that could change the conditions under which banks raise funds and expand housing financing opportunities in the country.
Managers at Moldovan companies generally expect business activity to remain stable at the end of 2026, although forecasts vary significantly across a number of sectors. The survey also reveals which factors are currently the greatest constraints on business and where companies expect the most significant price increases and improvements in performance.
The Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization will hold preliminary consultations on updating the National Program for EU Accession for 2025–2029, during which participants plan to discuss key areas for legislative harmonization and further steps to advance the country's progress in the negotiation process. Representatives from government agencies, the business community, the expert community, and the civil sector will take part in the discussion.
Moldova is strengthening its economic presence in France through new forms of cooperation and direct contacts between businesses in both countries. At the latest forum in Nice, participants discussed investment opportunities, export potential, and prospects for joint projects that could take bilateral relations to a new level.
Thanks to the START program, residents of Moldova will be able to become self-employed by starting a business from home, using their phone, without any red tape.
ANRE officials discussed with IMF representatives the prospects for an increase in electricity prices, the future mechanism for quarterly adjustments to gas prices, and the impact of tariff changes on Moldovan consumers
Against the backdrop of accelerating European integration and reforms in the financial sector, Moldova is strengthening its position as a destination for investors. Authorities note significant changes in the payment infrastructure, access to capital, and assessments by international rating agencies, as well as new business opportunities at the intersection of regional markets.
Moldova has proposed that the EIB explore the possibility of establishing an investment fund to support agricultural projects and economic development
Moldova is preparing for a phased easing of foreign exchange regulations: starting in November, changes will take effect that will significantly expand the options available to citizens and companies when conducting transactions involving foreign currency, overseas accounts, and investments. However, some restrictions will remain in place, and the National Bank's oversight will be restructured to account for new risks and financial security requirements.
The National Commission for the Financial Market is drafting regulations that, for the first time, will specify in detail the requirements for disclosure documents related to cryptoassets and the procedure for their approval. This initiative is aimed at bringing national legislation into line with European standards and establishing a legal framework for the cryptoasset market and related services.
The NBM's foreign currency reserves decreased by 10.19 million euros (-0.18%) during the most recent reporting week, totaling 5 billion 613.34 million euros as of October 16
Moldova intends to continue developing economic clusters as a tool for enhancing business competitiveness and helping companies enter foreign markets. The authorities are preparing new support measures designed to strengthen cooperation among businesses, the scientific community, and European partners, as well as to create conditions for more active participation in innovation and production chains.
Moldova's public debt reached a new all-time high in September, continuing to rise both compared to the previous month and since the beginning of the year. The Ministry of Finance attributes the increase to trends in domestic and external debt, while the structure of the debt is also changing, and its burden on the economy remains a focus of market attention.
A Public Finance Confidence Barometer has been launched in Moldova as part of a financial education project
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