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On February 1, 2025, Cemacon, the market leader of ceramic blocks in Romania, finalizes the merger process with Euro Caramida.

A divergence in monetary policy between the ECB and the US Federal Reserve could have significant ramifications for capital flows.

65% of all big pharma revenues now come from dealmaking, confirming a need for robust inorganic growth and value creation strategies.

Currently, more than 2.5 million customers can access the flexible financing options available in My Wallet.

The bulk of this debt, RON 772.92 billion, was government securities. Borrowing amounted to RON 143.42 billion.

21 companies listed on the Main Market of the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB) achieved the highest VEKTOR by ARIR score in 2024, compared to 16 companies in 2023.

Starting February 3rd, Retele Electrice Romania will relocate the customer care center in Bucharest, Calea Călărașilor nr. 250 to a new address: Str. Brazilia nr. 2-8.

In 2024, global IPO volumes fell 10%, with proceeds down by 4% YOY, while India led in volume and the US led in proceeds.

The EIB Group supported a record of over €100 billion in new investment for Europe's energy security in 2024.

Romanian office developer Genesis Property has named Ionel Purice as CEO. He has previously held the position of CEO of Genesis Development, part of the same group. 

New retail projects with a combined leasable area of around 180,000 sqm were completed in Romania during 2024, down by around 15% versus 2023, with retail parks accounting for the biggest share of deliveries, according to Cushman & Wakefield Echinox. 

DIY retailer Leroy Merlin has leased around 11,000 sqm for a new store that will open in Iași-based Mall Moldova during H1 2025. 

Over 430,000 people used AI Search last year, 70% of them visitors to the Ask BT website.

The new control room is adapted to handle a larger volume of installations in efficient conditions.

The current talent landscape is marked by employees moving in short cycles from one employer to another in order to gain new experiences and thus upgrade their skills.

The second half of the year was much more negative, influenced by energy market volatilities which drove weaker results for the sector.

Luxury residential prices in 2025 will continue to increase, but at a more moderate pace compared to previous years.

EY Institutional Investor Survey shows that 92% of investors are reluctant to sacrifice short-term gains for the longer-term rewards of ESG investments.

The company is preparing AI-driven commercial solutions for flight safety and wildfire prevention.

Geopolitical conflict is seen as the biggest risk in the Middle East (41%) and Central and Eastern Europe (34%). In Western Europe.

APS Group, an alternative asset management investor, has fully purchased IMO Property Investments Bucharest, part of Eurobank Group, for an undisclosed amount. 

Repaco Capital and Weststar Real Estate have delivered the Crevedia Retail Park, near Bucharest, following an investment of €15 million that was partly financed by BT.

Nedim Baytorun, Consumer Business Unit Director at Vodafone Romania since July 1st 2021, will take over as CEO of the company.

Following the offer, Norofert issued 69,503 unsecured and non-convertible bonds having a nominal value of RON 100.

Investments focus on streamlining operations, expanding into international marketplaces and developing services.

The ratio between the total number of tabulated mortgages and the total number of residential transactions registered in 2024 was of 51%.

Through iBanFirst's digital platform, businesses can conduct fast and secure international transactions in over 30 currencies at lower costs, while tracking payments in real-time.

The report finds that managing risk can no longer be a siloed activity relegated to annual planning or discussions between high-ranking officials.

Losan Depot was founded in 2005 under the name Losan Melapal, as a producer of melamine-coated chipboard and countertops, a name well-known to furniture manufacturers.

Globally, BAT is one of just 16 companies to receive Global Top Employer certification in 2025, for the 8th consecutive year.

In 2024, Marrakech proved to be a perfect escape during the colder months, with December, February and March seeing the highest number of bookings from Romania.

Hellas Direct has formed partnerships with over 170 brokers, covering 95% of the market, while constantly growing its Romania-based team of experts and claims service partners.

M Core, the biggest owner of retail parks in Romania, has purchased Shopping City Suceava from Argo Capital, for an undisclosed sum.

Camelia Ene has been appointed CEO of Roca Industry, the first Romanian holding company of construction materials manufacturers. She is replacing Ionuț Bindea, who hold the roles of Chairman of the Board and Senior Investment Manager of Roca Investments.

Zacaria Group, specialized in the development of residential and industrial projects, has started the construction of its first retail project in Cisnădie.

Emerging Markets Climate Action Fund increases to €450 million with final contribution from Germany.

The new application enables users to track specific companies and use predefined lists organized by industries and economic sectors.

Camelia Ene has 25 years of experience in multinational companies, with over 17 years in the energy sector, including 7 years as CEO of a top company in the field.

Most valuation reports were in relation to bank loan guarantees (60%), but the impact of this category in the total turnover was of only 33%, as it includes many small properties.

Chinese manufacturer UE Furniture has fully acquired a production facility in Timiș County, Western Romania, from local furniture and chipboard manufacturer Rus Savitar.