Finance | 18 February, 2025 at 10:51 AM
tbi bank Survey: Only 1 in 10 Romanians say they have saved enough money
Only 11.4% of respondents believe they managed to save enough in 2024 to meet their financial needs and expectations.
Only 11.4% of respondents believe they managed to save enough in 2024 to meet their financial needs and expectations.
On the other hand, 28% say they are optimistic about the year ahead, with a significantly higher percentage among those with incomes over RON 6,000 (33%).
Almost 7 out of 10 Romanians have low self-esteem, and 66% do not trust other people, these being the main obstacles in people's personal development.
Gen Z save for pleasure and education (14%), while Millennials (56%). Best Agers (57%) want to be fully covered in case of unpredictable times.
Most Romanians have their first gains from trading after 8-12 months of continuous learning and practice, and the most demanding ones after the first 4 months.
Data shows direct flights are encouraging Romanians to visit the American metropolis.
Global financial wealth is up nearly 7% in 2023 to $275 trillion, after a 4% decline in 2022.
Lesbos, Skiathos (Greece) and Ischia (Italy) are among the most sought-after summer holiday destinations by those who want a holiday as a couple, with friends or with family
A percent of 66.8% of Romanians are willing to take off from work or studies and travel without knowing the exact destinations they will be visiting.
Romania's consolidated general budget recorded a deficit of RON 121.77 billion (€23.90 billion), equivalent to 6.40% of GDP, in the first eleven months of 2025, down 0.74 percentage points from 7.15% in the same period of 2024.
A company from the PPC Romania group will construct a natural gas power plant with a capacity of approximately 100 MW on Valea Terovei, on the site of the former UCC - Uzina Cocso Chimică platform in Reșița.
Romanian business managers across key sectors forecast a moderate decline in economic activity for December 2025 to February 2026, according to the latest survey from the INS.
Romanian businesses are facing increased exposure to fiscal and operational risks as customs controls intensify across Europe and nationally, according to EY Romania experts.
State-owned power producer Hidroelectrica has convened an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders (EGMS) for 27 January 2026 to approve a strategic partnership with EDF.