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S&P affirms Romania rating, but risks remain to fiscal outlook
S&P Global Ratings on October 2 affirmed Romania’s BBB- rating on foreign-currency sovereign debt, with a negative outlook.
iulian ernst · 5 Oct · 4 min read
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Report: Over 5 million Romanians live across Europe, largest communities in UK and Italy
The Romanian community is predominantly young and active in the labor market.
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Romanian cosmonaut Dumitru Prunariu awarded Theodore von Karman Prize
The award represents one of the highest forms of professional recognition within the international astronautical community.
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Romanian Art Week launches across five cities this month
The new cultural event will connect galleries, museums, independent spaces, and artists through nine days of exhibitions and talks.
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Romania’s FinMin launches new TEZAUR bonds, interest up to 7.5%
Individuals who have reached the age of 18 on the date of subscription are eligible to buy the bonds.
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New 42 km hiking and cycling trail connects 14 villages in Romania’s Prahova county
The Oak Road (Drumul Stejarului) is designed to draw visitors to a rural area northwest of Bucharest while creating opportunities for local communities and small businesses.
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Romanian digital accounting startup Declaro targets 1,000 clients after EUR 1 mln launch
The company is approaching 200 clients five months after becoming operational and plans to expand its team and network of accountants.
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Romania starts mobilization exercise for reservists in Bucharest, Ilfov
The call-up orders will be handed over by representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
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Chinese car brand LEPAS enters Romania, plans 24 dealerships by 2027
The Chery Group brand is entering an increasingly competitive Romanian market with a plug-in hybrid SUV and plans to add fully electric models.
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PwC: Romania’s M&A market reaches EUR 2.3 bln in third quarter
Deal numbers rose by more than half year-on-year, although one large international acquisition accounted for a significant share of the market’s estimated value.
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Romania’s ailing Mangalia shipyard up for sale at lower price
The fifth auction for the sale of the Mangalia shipyard will take place on October 9, with the starting price reduced to EUR 138 million, or 75% of the market value set for the previous four failed auctions.
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Nova Power&Gas says it joined LNG memorandum at Romanian government’s request
Romanian energy company Nova Power&Gas (NPG), part of the E-INFRA group, reportedly said that it signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with a Greek trader of US liquefied natural gas (LNG) in November 2025 at the request of representatives of the Romanian government.
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CFA Romania sees economic growth of up to 0.5% in 2027
CFA Romania expects Romania’s economy to grow by only 0%-0.5% in 2027, while inflation could fall to 4%-5% and the budget deficit remains around 6% of GDP, according to the organisation’s 2027 Macroeconomic Outlook.
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Romanian students win five medals at International Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad
All five members of Romania’s team secured medals at the competition in Hanoi, returning with three golds and two silvers.
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Thousands march for animal rights in Bucharest
Protesters called for nationwide sterilisation programmes and an end to policies centred on euthanising stray dogs.
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Bucharest City Hall plans Dâmbovița River area overhaul
According to the local authorities, the Dâmbovița River should be “more than just a canal running through Bucharest.”
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Andrei Manea (RPIA) on Romania's solar boom, energy prices and what comes next
Romania's photovoltaic sector has transformed dramatically over the past five years, but the story behind the numbers is more complicated than the headlines suggest.
Romania Insider · 30 Sept · 2 min read
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New Romania Insider video series: Ionuț Vasile on Leroy Merlin Romania's supply chain
Romania Insider launches a new multi-part video series taking viewers inside Leroy Merlin Romania, one of the country's fastest-changing retailers. Episode 1 sits down with Ionuț Vasile, Head of Supply Chain, to open the doors on the logistics operation behind 25 stores, 3.7 billion lei in turnover, and a brand-new 48,500 sqm distribution centre.
Dylan Delhommois · 17 Sept · 2 min read
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Voices of Romania: Building Leaders in Romania, Andra Ghibuțiu, CEO Beyond Business School
The newest episode of Voices of Romania, Romania Insider’s interview series, is now available on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Deezer, and all major audio platforms. This edition features an in-depth conversation with Andra Ghibuțiu,…
Romania Insider · 8 Jan · 2 min read
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How protection standards shape armored vehicle procurement across Europe
For any European defence ministry preparing a fleet renewal, the hardest questions are rarely about horsepower or top speed.
Romania Insider · 5 Oct · 3 min read
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North Bucharest Investments and Denya announce "Discover Denya Lake", an exclusive event dedicated to the €45 million residential development in north Bucharest
The partnership between North Bucharest Investments and Denya brings together the international experience of one of the world's leading construction groups and NBI's expertise in Bucharest's northern residential market. Ronen Ginsburg, CEO of Denya Group, will travel to Bucharest for the event on October 8.
Romania Insider · 30 Sept · 5 min read
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Andrei Manea (RPIA) on Romania's solar boom, energy prices and what comes next
Romania's photovoltaic sector has transformed dramatically over the past five years, but the story behind the numbers is more complicated than the headlines suggest.
Romania Insider · 30 Sept · 2 min read
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One Weekend, 52 "Marriages": Radisson Blu Hotel Bucharest Brings the Wedding Experience to Calea Victoriei
What does a five-star hotel wedding look like when it leaves the ballroom and moves directly into the street? For one weekend, Radisson Blu Hotel, Bucharest transformed part of Calea Victoriei into a wedding setting, where 52 couples symbolically said "I do" and went home with a "One-Day Marriage Certificate."
Romania Insider · 29 Sept · 2 min read
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Public Affairs Solutions appoints Decebal Mohirta as Managing Associate
Public Affairs Solutions, a consulting firm specializing in public affairs and government relations, announces the promotion of Decebal Mohirta to the position of Managing Associate, following more than five years with the company.
Romania Insider · 5 Oct · 3 min read
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How protection standards shape armored vehicle procurement across Europe
For any European defence ministry preparing a fleet renewal, the hardest questions are rarely about horsepower or top speed.
Romania Insider · 5 Oct · 3 min read
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Romania’s FinMin launches new TEZAUR bonds, interest up to 7.5%
Individuals who have reached the age of 18 on the date of subscription are eligible to buy the bonds.
Radu Dumitrescu · 5 Oct · 1 min read
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Romanian cosmonaut Dumitru Prunariu awarded Theodore von Karman Prize
The award represents one of the highest forms of professional recognition within the international astronautical community.
Radu Dumitrescu · 5 Oct · 2 min read
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Romanian Art Week launches across five cities this month
The new cultural event will connect galleries, museums, independent spaces, and artists through nine days of exhibitions and talks.
Irina Marica · 5 Oct · 1 min read
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New 42 km hiking and cycling trail connects 14 villages in Romania’s Prahova county
The Oak Road (Drumul Stejarului) is designed to draw visitors to a rural area northwest of Bucharest while creating opportunities for local communities and small businesses.
Irina Marica · 5 Oct · 1 min read
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New 42 km hiking and cycling trail connects 14 villages in Romania’s Prahova county
The Oak Road (Drumul Stejarului) is designed to draw visitors to a rural area northwest of Bucharest while creating opportunities for local communities and small businesses.
Irina Marica · 5 Oct · 1 min read
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Banca Transilvania provides EUR 14 mln financing for Turda Salt Mine expansion in Romania
The project will open a previously inaccessible mine to visitors and upgrade the attraction’s treatment facilities while the site remains operational.
Irina Marica · 1 Oct · 1 min read
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Genetic monitoring of wolves in Romania's Southern Carpathians shows decrease in population
Genetic monitoring carried out by the Conservation Carpathia Foundation in the Southern Carpathians showed a dramatic decrease in wolves, which, counterintuitively, may lead to more interactions with humans.
Radu Dumitrescu · 23 Sept · 3 min read
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Chinese car brand LEPAS enters Romania, plans 24 dealerships by 2027
Irina Marica · 5 Oct · 2 min read
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