In the first half of 2026, Moldova's banking sector maintained stable liquidity and capital ratios, with all market participants remaining above the mandatory thresholds. The regulator's reports note significant differences among banks in key ratios, which provide insight into how the sector is navigating a period of rising credit risk and expanding operations.
Inflation accelerated again in August, moving back above the central bank's target band, while the government advanced a new tax and customs package that could reshape several business segments next year. At the same time, regulators are preparing a broad deregulation push, energy and trade data point to shifting market dynamics, and several corporate and infrastructure developments are set to draw investor attention.
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.
In Moldova, public debt service costs will rise significantly in 2026: this revision is related to both domestic and external borrowing. This trend was influenced by changes in interest rates and market conditions, as well as currency revaluation.
Moldova is preparing changes that are expected to significantly strengthen the independence of the National Bank and tighten restrictions on the use of its resources for public sector needs. The bill also addresses the regulator's internal governance and its future powers in the context of European integration, with some provisions tied to further alignment with EU institutions.
In Moldova, crypto companies and soccer clubs will be included in the anti-money laundering system; fines could reach 10 million euros
The National Bank of Moldova highlighted its role in shaping the country's European future and summarized the transformation of the banking sector over the years since independence. The focus is on developing modern payment services, deepening financial integration with the EU, and further harmonizing regulations with European standards.
On August 26, the National Bank of Moldova issued two commemorative coins marking the 35th anniversary of Moldova's independence, with face values of 100 and 10 lei.
The limit on foreign exchange transactions without NBM authorization will be raised to 100,000 euros, and to 250,000 euros starting in 2028
The Moldovan Parliament adopted the bill on the crypto-asset market in its second reading
The National Bank's foreign exchange reserves reached a new all-time high and increased significantly during the most recent reporting week. The regulator's statistics reflect trends that allow for an assessment not only of the current level of reserves but also of changes since the beginning of the year and in comparison with previous periods.
Sergiu Padure, Chief Economist at Moldindconbank, answers the questions
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