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EBRD finances €30 million for Timişoara's green city projects
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is lending €30 million to Timişoara to co-finance priority investments in its district heating network.
New orders in the total manufacturing industry (domestic and foreign markets) saw a nominal decrease in August 2025, falling by 28.5% compared to July 2025.
Romania has secured the European Commission's agreement to replace the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) milestone concerning the reduction of the VAT gap.
PPC Renewables Romania is significantly expanding its renewable energy portfolio by launching the second phase of the Deleni Park wind farm.
Flyone Airlines is continuing its growth trajectory in the Romanian market, announcing the launch of seven new direct routes from Henri Coandă – Otopeni International Airport.
The latest series of Fidelis government bonds, issued by the Ministry of Finance, have been listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB).
Mogo Romania, part of the international Eleving Group, has officially launched personal loans, expanding its product portfolio after nine years of exclusively financing used-car purchases.
Digi Communications has announced that its Romanian subsidiary, Digi Romania, successfully priced an offering of senior secured notes.
European financial institutions are in the early stages of preparation for the new EU AML/CFT Package, which aims to harmonise anti-financial crime supervision, finds a Deloitte study.
Kaufland Romania is expanding its national presence with the opening of a new hypermarket in Aiud, Alba County.
West Group has announced a robust financial performance for the first nine months of the year, reporting a consolidated revenue of over €65 million.
Grid operator Transelectrica has launched two key investments in Romania's electricity transmission infrastructure.
mateco Romania, the local subsidiary of the international mateco Group which operates in 15 countries across Europe and South America, has acquired PSM Rent.
The volume of construction works increased by 9.7% in the first eight months of 2025 compared to the similar period in 2024, according to the gross series data from INS.
Romania's crude oil production decreased by 7.7% in the first eight months of 2025, while imports rose by 19.2%.
Simtel Team has announced the opening of a new subsidiary, Simtel Nordics, in Stockholm, Sweden, as part of its ongoing international expansion.
Digi Communications has announced a major refinancing move through its Romanian subsidiary, Digi Romania.
RoPower Nuclear, the project company responsible for the construction and commissioning of the Small Modular Reactor (SMR) project, has signed a contract with Studsvik Scandpower.
Romgaz, Romania's largest gas producer, has filed a direct action with the Court of Justice of the European Union against the European Commission, challenging what it views...
Demand for industrial and logistics spaces in Europe, including Romania, is set to increase significantly in the coming years, driven by investments in defence, green energy, critical materials for the technology sector, and life sciences, according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield.
Compa, one of Romania's largest automotive component manufacturers, announced the second phase of Arsenal Residence, a residential project in central Sibiu next to Sub Arini park. The total investment will exceed €30 million, confirming the company's strategy to diversify its portfolio and actively participate in urban development.
CEE economies have been delivering solid GDP growth, outpacing many Western European peers despite external trade uncertainties and recent inflationary pressures, according to Colliers' latest report.
At SEE Property Forum 2025, the conversation around the future of real estate took a bold turn — from smart buildings to smart relationships. Industry leaders agreed that while data, automation, and ESG strategies are reshaping commercial real estate, true innovation begins with understanding people. The discussion, moderated by Vessela Valtcheva-McGee of GBCI Europe, explored how developers, investors, and service providers are using technology not just to optimise buildings, but to redefine how tenants experience and value them.
At our annual SEE Property Forum 2025 in Bucharest, seasoned market professionals gathered to dissect the rapidly changing landscape of office real estate. Moderated by Ionut Oprea, the conversation brought together a dynamic roster of experts: Claudia Cetățoiu (iO Partners), Maria Jianu (Speedwell), Sorin Macoveiu (VASTINT Romania), Mădălina Marinescu (Crosspoint Real Estate), Ioana Roman (Filip & Company), and Adinel Tudor (Evo Properties).
Cushman & Wakefield Echinox has announced the appointment of Gabriel Vințe as Business Development Manager within its Project & Development Services (PDS) department.
The South Tower of City Gate in Bucharest, developed and managed by GTC, has been awarded the LEED Gold v5 certificate. This is the latest version of the world's green building standard, outlining steps towards near-zero carbon emissions, prioritizing people, and supporting building resilience. City Gate is the first property in Romania and only the fourth existing building in Europe to achieve this recognition, following projects in Italy, Spain, and Sweden.

Romania recorded the EU's highest annual inflation rate in September 2025, reaching 8.6%, according to figures published by Eurostat.

Cris-Tim Family Holding, a leader in the Romanian cold cuts and ready-meals markets, has announced its initial public offering (IPO), with a goal of listing on the BVB.

The net profit of Romania's major companies has seen a slight decline of 1.6% in 2024, while their debts have surged by €11 billion, reaching a total of €239 billion.

CEC Bank and the Investment and Development Bank (BID) have signed a landmark agreement to provide individual guarantees for public sector entities in Romania.

The Romanian Ministry of Finance successfully raised €4 billion on October 2 in its final and most successful Eurobond issuance of the year.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €25 million loan to Patria Bank to support Romanian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Mid-Caps.

Romania's Ministry of Finance has signed a €500 million finance contract with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to build the A1 Sibiu–Pitești Motorway.

The World Bank has revised Romania's GDP growth forecast for 2025 down to just 0.4%, a significant decrease from the 1.3% estimated in June.

The South Tower of City Gate in Bucharest, developed and managed by GTC, has been awarded the LEED Gold v5 certificate. This is the latest version of the world's green building standard, outlining steps towards near-zero carbon emissions, prioritizing people, and supporting building resilience. City Gate is the first property in Romania and only the fourth existing building in Europe to achieve this recognition, following projects in Italy, Spain, and Sweden.

Nepi Rockcastle has inaugurated its first photovoltaic park in Chișineu-Criș, Arad County, Romania, marking a milestone in the shopping centre developer's sustainability efforts.