Romania stagflation deepens: stagnation, high inflation persist into 2027

Romania's economy is stagnating while inflation remains high, with consumption falling and public investment, largely EU-funded, propping up growth. Analysts warn that new energy price increases could extend the stalemate until H2 2027. The data, from the National Institute of Statistics, indicates a prolonged period of weak growth and elevated prices, posing challenges for fiscal and monetary policy.