Energy independence: Moldova diversifies power sources in December 2025

Moldova secured 458,150 MWh of electricity to meet its national consumption needs in December 2025. The majority of this supply, totaling 65.46%, was sourced through international imports.

Moldova to streamline energy sector VAT declarations starting 2026

Moldova’s State Tax Service (SFS) will introduce a streamlined VAT declaration format for electricity and natural gas transactions effective January 2026.

Moldova's financial integration: SEPA accession saves citizens €1.4 million monthly

The National Bank of Moldova (NBM) reports that the country’s integration into the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) has generated over €1.4 million (approx. 27.5 million MDL) in monthly savings for citizens and businesses.

Moldova maintains 3% margin cap for First Home program through 2026

The Moldovan Government has officially maintained the maximum interest rate margin for the "First Home" (Prima Casă) state-guaranteed loan program at 3% for 2026.

Moldova’s public debt hits €6.2 billion as government approves new 2026–2028 management plan

Moldova’s public debt reached €6.19 billion (approx. 121.4 billion MDL) by the end of 2024, marking a 16.7% increase compared to the previous year. To address the rising burden, the Government approved a medium-term state debt management program for 2026–2028 during its December 29 session.

Moldova railway reform: Single freight train replaces 100-truck convoy

Railway transport is a strategic priority for the Republic of Moldova. Deputy Prime Minister Vladimir Bolea emphasized that recent logistics tests prove the sector's immense potential for the nation's future.

Moldovan entrepreneur returns from UK to launch pastry business despite chronic illness

After a decade of working in the United Kingdom, Rodica Moldovanu returned to Moldova to transform a lifelong passion into a profitable reality. Investing her family’s entire savings, she opened a specialized pastry shop in Durlesti.

Moldovan entrepreneur revives ancient sourdough traditions with state-backed artisanal bakery

Andrei Bîzgan, an entrepreneur from the town of Rezina, has turned a deep-rooted passion for authentic flavors into a thriving local business.

Record exports and heavy losses marked a contrasting year for Moldovan agriculture

Moldovan agriculture is at a crossroads, balancing between stability and resilience. The year 2025 presented a mix of outcomes: while there were noticeable increases in crop production and record exports, severe losses in fruit cultivation occurred due to frosts and extreme weather events. In this context, 2026 is set to be a pivotal year, where the direction of agricultural policies and the ability to adapt to climate change will be critically important.

Prolonged rainfall poses threat to corn harvest. Small farmers most affected

Crops that were not impacted by the drought are now at risk due to the extended rainfall. In the Drochia district, some farmers were unable to harvest their corn. Small-scale farmers, lacking sufficient space to store and dry their corn, are particularly affected. As a result, they are forced to sell their corn directly from the field, often at prices that are up to 40 percent lower than usual.

Early spring in Bardar: tulips bloomed mid-winter

In the middle of winter, a greenhouse in the Ialoveni district is seeing the first tulips bloom. These flowers, specially imported from Holland, are bringing an early touch of spring. Gheorghe Tonu cultivates 40 varieties of tulips, and he believes that each flower has its own unique charm, capable of warming anyone's heart.

Veaceslav Ioniță: Economic growth on paper, in reality - fragility. Why 2025 is not the year of the recovery of the Moldovan economy?

The economy of the Republic of Moldova is expected to grow by 2.7% in 2025, following a year of stagnation. However, this growth does not indicate a strong recovery; instead, it represents a slow and fragile rebound that relies heavily on agriculture, climate conditions, and external factors. This analysis was provided by economist Veaceslav Ioniță, who examined the key highlights of the economic situation in 2025.