Romania approves first 2026 budget rectification, deficit target unchanged at 6.2%

Romania's government approved its first budget rectification of 2026, allocating additional funds to health, pensions, children's rights, disability support, local administrations, and PNRR projects. Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare reaffirmed the deficit target of 6.2% of GDP, but noted that 70 billion lei must be financed in the next eight weeks, indicating potential market pressure. The move signals fiscal expansion within a tight deficit framework, with implementation risks given the financing schedule.

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