Visa study: Romanian SMEs lead in consumer trust
SMEs enjoy the highest level of confidence among Romanian consumers, according to a new study commissioned by Visa, a global leader in digital payments.
SMEs enjoy the highest level of confidence among Romanian consumers, according to a new study commissioned by Visa, a global leader in digital payments.
The US government is currently reviewing Romania's recent inclusion in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) to ensure it meets the program's strict security requirements.
Made from 99% recycled plastic, the new card has been added to the bank's product portfolio and is accessible to a significant segment of premium clients.
The biggest share of overseas spend comes from U.S. Visa cardholders, with most significant increases in year-on-year spending from Japan and Brazil.
The biggest share of overseas spend comes from U.S. Visa cardholders, with most significant increases in year-on-year spending from Japan and Brazil.
This practice is also especially popular among Hungarians and Poles (84% and 80% indications respectively).
The taxes paid online represented almost 60% of the total value of local taxes paid with Visa cards in 2023.

Romania's consolidated general budget recorded a deficit of RON 14.23 billion (€2.86 billion) - 0.70% of GDP, in the first two months of 2026, half the RON 30.24 billion deficit (€2.86 billion) - 1.58% of GDP from the same period in 2025.
Electrica's Board of Directors has approved new four-year mandates for its top executive leadership following a meeting on 27 March.
Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) announced on Friday the reconfirmation of Romania's country rating at BBB (foreign currency) and BBB+ (local currency) and improved the outlook from negative to stable.
State-owned power producer Hidroelectrica achieved total investments of RON 781 million (€157 million) in 2025, up 32% compared to 2024, representing the company's best investment volume in years.
Verne, Pony.ai and Uber Technologies have announced a partnership to launch Europe's first commercial robotaxi service, beginning in Zagreb with initial deployment work already underway, including public-road validation.