Lidl plans major expansion in Romania with EUR 285 mln investment and 40+ new stores this year
Lidl Romania announced a EUR 285 million investment plan for the 2026 financial year aimed at expanding its national network with more than 40 new stores. The expansion budget is 56% higher than the one allocated in 2025 and reflects the…
Irina Marica · Journalist
· Updated · 2 min read
Lidl Romania announced a EUR 285 million investment plan for the 2026 financial year aimed at expanding its national network with more than 40 new stores. The expansion budget is 56% higher than the one allocated in 2025 and reflects the company’s accelerated growth strategy in the country.
The retailer said the investment will strengthen its presence in major cities as well as peri-urban areas and smaller towns. The expansion is expected to create around 1,000 new jobs in Romania and increase the volume of products purchased from local suppliers.
