Moldova and Hungary Aim to Expand Trade and Investment
Moldova and Hungary are interested in expanding trade, attracting investment, and exploring new opportunities for cooperation between companies in the two countries
Economy
The EU has strengthened its position as Moldova's leading export partner
The European Union continues to strengthen its position as a key market for Moldovan exports: in the first half of the year, the share of exports to EU countries increased, and their value rose significantly. The export mix continues to include both traditional product groups and new areas of focus, with several European markets standing out among the main export destinations.
In Moldova, the volume of external government borrowing fell sharply in the first half of 2026
In the first half of 2026, Moldova significantly reduced its external government borrowing compared to the same period last year. The bulk of the proceeds went toward budget support, while project financing from external sources accounted for a smaller share—the full version of the article details which lenders provided the funds and how the borrowing was distributed across sectors.
The Ministry of Finance expects 2.7 billion lei in additional revenue from its excise tax policy in 2027
According to estimates by the Ministry of Finance, the 2027 excise tax policy will generate additional revenue of 2.7 billion lei for the budget
Moldova's domestic public debt reached a new record high in August 2026
Moldova's domestic public debt rose by 432.52 million lei (+0.7%) in August, reaching a new record high of 58 billion 202.47 million lei at the end of August
Electricity rates for residents of Moldova rose by 23.65% over the past year
Over the past year, rates for a number of key services in Moldova have changed significantly: this has had the greatest impact on electricity, transportation, and certain utility bills. New inflation data show how the cost of basic services changed in August and which items, conversely, became cheaper on a year-over-year basis.
Moldova is counting on IMF assistance with reforms and reducing the budget deficit
Moldova is counting on IMF assistance to implement reforms, reduce the budget deficit, and manage state assets and public debt more effectively
Parliament approved the 2027 tax and customs policy in its first reading
Parliament approved the draft tax and customs policy for 2027 in its first reading: the proposed changes will generate 5.1 billion lei for the budget
In August 2026, Moldova recorded inflation following two months of deflation
In Moldova, inflation was recorded again in August following two months of falling prices: statistics showed mixed trends in the food sector, non-food goods, and the services sector. The most notable changes occurred in specific categories of goods and rates, indicating a shift in the short-term price trend in the economy.
599 Moldovan companies increased their exports to $1.5 million through BRIDGE Missions
In Moldova, 599 companies participated in the BRIDGE Missions program from 2022 to 2025, and in 2025, its participants exported $1.5 million worth of goods
In Moldova, annual inflation stood at 6.96% in August and once again fell outside the BNM's target range
Annual inflation in Moldova once again exceeded the National Bank's target range in August, halting the recent slowdown. Statistics show a noticeable acceleration in price growth across several major groups of goods and services, although trends in individual segments remain mixed.
Moldova was among Europe's leaders in terms of annual inflation in August
With an annual inflation rate of 6.96% in August, Moldova ranked second in terms of the consumer price index among the European and regional countries analyzed by the National Bank of Moldova over the past 12 months.
Vasile Tofan presented a concept for deregulation and streamlining inspections
Prime Minister Vasile Tofan presented a concept for deregulation and the simplification of inspections, which will be developed into draft laws and government resolutions
Moldova wants to attract new Dutch investment and strengthen ties between companies
Moldova intends to attract new Dutch investment and establish closer ties between companies from the two countries
The government did not support the creation of a state-owned Bank for Investment and Modernization of Moldova
The government has rejected the opposition's proposal to establish a new state-owned bank for investment and modernization. The Cabinet believes that the proposed functions are already partially carried out by existing mechanisms, and that the proposal itself does not demonstrate that the stated objectives cannot be achieved without a separate institution.
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