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Isărescu: Financial stability is like health - you only realize its value when you lose it. Criticism of bankers’ “jargon”

Isărescu: Financial stability is like health - you only realize its value when you lose it. Criticism of bankers’ “jargon”

BNR Governor, Mugur Isărescu, warns that financial stability is essential, even if the public seems to have „grown tired” of this repeated message. Isărescu emphasized, at the opening of the…

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Bloomberg: Political tensions threaten Romania’s financing and credit rating

Bloomberg: Political tensions threaten Romania’s financing and credit rating

Romania faces a negative reaction from investors and rating agencies due to the new political tensions in Bucharest. An analysis by Bloomberg shows that political instability comes at a critical…

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Romania secures €2 billion in US funding for energy and infrastructure. Nazare’s message to investors

Romania secures €2 billion in US funding for energy and infrastructure. Nazare’s message to investors

Minister of Finance, Alexandru Nazare, announces that the official visit to the United States, which lasted nearly a week, concludes with „concrete results,” including financing of approximately 2 billion euros…

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Petrotrans SA: A “ghost” company draining state funds despite being inactive since 2005

Petrotrans SA: A “ghost” company draining state funds despite being inactive since 2005

Vice Prime Minister Oana Gheorghiu argues that the Romanian state continues to pay for a destroyed infrastructure and a company that, in reality, has not existed for almost 20 years.…

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IMF warns EU not to offset the energy price spike too much

IMF warns EU not to offset the energy price spike too much

European governments should not overly protect companies and consumers from higher energy prices, as this distorts the price signal that should lead to reduced consumption and could become very costly…

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European Commission launches state aid investigation into Cernavodă Unit 1 modernization project

European Commission launches state aid investigation into Cernavodă Unit 1 modernization project

The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to analyze whether the financial support that Romania is preparing for the refurbishment and extension of the lifespan of reactor 1 at…

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Why Romania can’t adopt the euro yet: BNR explains the gap with Bulgaria

Why Romania can’t adopt the euro yet: BNR explains the gap with Bulgaria

Romania cannot adopt the euro without budget discipline and low inflation, and the current issues are more related to internal economic policy errors rather than the fact that we are…

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The new carbon tax caps Kiev's steel exports. Ukrainians have a proposal

The new carbon tax caps Kiev's steel exports. Ukrainians have a proposal

Steel represents one of Ukraine’s main sources of export revenue, but it is affected by the carbon tariffs imposed by Europe. Ukrainian steel producers say that the new carbon tax…

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War in Iran pushes the world toward recession: IMF and major funds issue stark warnings

War in Iran pushes the world toward recession: IMF and major funds issue stark warnings

The escalation of the war in Iran risks plunging the global economy into a recession, warns the International Monetary Fund. Moreover, major players in financial markets say that a critical…

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Major airlines warn of fuel crisis, call for EU action; Brussels says no kerosene shortage

Major airlines warn of fuel crisis, call for EU action; Brussels says no kerosene shortage

Major European airlines urge the European Union to urgently intervene to manage the effects of the war in Iran, warning of the risk of a jet fuel crisis for planes.…

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Russia’s Oil Revenues Jump Sharply Amid Iran War Disruptions

Russia’s Oil Revenues Jump Sharply Amid Iran War Disruptions

The war in Iran has led to a significant increase in Russia’s revenues from oil exports, amid the global rise in oil prices and the redirection of demand to other…

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Bank of America becomes the top dealer for Romania’s external debt, US banks dominate rankings

Bank of America becomes the top dealer for Romania’s external debt, US banks dominate rankings

Romania has become, in recent years, an increasingly important client for major international investment banks, against the backdrop of high deficits and rising public debt. In this context, American financial…

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Umbrărescu takes over ArcelorMittal Hunedoara in €12.5m deal

Umbrărescu takes over ArcelorMittal Hunedoara in €12.5m deal

The Competition Council has authorized the transaction through which UMB Steel, a company controlled by businessman Dorinel Umbrărescu, acquires the assets of the ArcelorMittal Hunedoara plant. The institution concluded that…

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Bolojan: 90% of energy projects are speculative, government to change the rules

Bolojan: 90% of energy projects are speculative, government to change the rules

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan, alongside Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan, presented on Wednesday the main directions of reform in the energy sector during a press conference focused on investments and price…

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Oil prices plunge and stocks jump after Trump announces conditional ceasefire with Iran

Oil prices plunge and stocks jump after Trump announces conditional ceasefire with Iran

Global oil prices have dropped sharply, and stock markets have risen after the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, which includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.…

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First diesel price cut after excise duty reduction - but recent hikes have already wiped out the gains

First diesel price cut after excise duty reduction - but recent hikes have already wiped out the gains

Diesel fuel has decreased in gas stations by up to 36 bani per liter, following the entry into force of the emergency ordinance by which the Government reduces the excise…

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Fuel prices won’t drop significantly, says Ionuț Dumitru: ‘It’s an illusion we can return to pre-pandemic levels’

Fuel prices won’t drop significantly, says Ionuț Dumitru: ‘It’s an illusion we can return to pre-pandemic levels’

Fuel prices will not return to previous levels, even if the state intervenes, warns the honorary advisor to the prime minister, Ionuț Dumitru. According to him, the measures taken by…

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PNRR in trouble: major cultural projects stalled or at risk, from Huniade Castle to the Historical Gallery of Transylvania

PNRR in trouble: major cultural projects stalled or at risk, from Huniade Castle to the Historical Gallery of Transylvania

Huniade Castle in Timișoara and the Historical Gallery of Transylvania in Cluj-Napoca are among the major cultural projects financed through the PNRR that are either stalled or at risk of…

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European commissioner warns of prolonged crisis, considers diesel and jet fuel rationing

European commissioner warns of prolonged crisis, considers diesel and jet fuel rationing

The European Union is preparing for a prolonged energy shock amid the conflict in the Middle East. Brussels is considering „all options,” including rationalizing fuels and using strategic reserves, according…

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Diesel prices cut by 50 bani temporarily, with costs shared between the state and oil companies

Diesel prices cut by 50 bani temporarily, with costs shared between the state and oil companies

The government and oil companies have reached an agreement for a 50 bani reduction per liter of fuel, in an attempt to stop the wave of price increases in recent…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
Ukraine is breaking away from the US: Kiev knows whose side Trump is on
Ukraine is breaking away from the US: Kiev knows whose side Trump is on
The last Iran nuclear deal took 12 years – can Donald Trump strike a new one in hours?
The last Iran nuclear deal took 12 years – can Donald Trump strike a new one in hours?
Gabriela Pleș
Emilian Isailă, editor
Why a Peter Magyar cannot appear in Romania and why we haven’t had any Viktor Orban. The major difference compared to Hungary
Emilian Isailă
Hormuz – The US-Iran Conflict is not just at sea, but also in the „waters” of the law
Hormuz – The US-Iran Conflict is not just at sea, but also in the „waters” of the law
Hezbollah’s money network: how billions from Iran reach Lebanon through China and Europe
Hezbollah’s money network: how billions from Iran reach Lebanon through China and Europe
5 takeaways from recent Iran polls that look increasingly grim for Trump
5 takeaways from recent Iran polls that look increasingly grim for Trump
How the Pentagon chief uses the Bible to justify dark passions
How the Pentagon chief uses the Bible to justify dark passions
Viktor Orbán is out. Who will be the EU’s next “chief disruptor”?
Viktor Orbán is out. Who will be the EU’s next “chief disruptor”?
Gabriela Pleș
Strategic US move in Asia: Military partnership with Indonesia at the Malacca Strait, a key route for 80% of China’s oil
Strategic US move in Asia: Military partnership with Indonesia at the Malacca Strait, a key route for 80% of China’s oil
The collision that changed the world: how the Strait of Hormuz formed and why it holds so much oil
The collision that changed the world: how the Strait of Hormuz formed and why it holds so much oil
POLITICS
The pro-Russian Rumen Radev has clearly won the elections in Bulgaria and is already sending „arrows” towards the EU. Joy at the Kremlin
The pro-Russian Rumen Radev has clearly won the elections in Bulgaria and is already sending „arrows” towards the EU. Joy at the Kremlin
Ilie Bolojan refuses to step down: “I will not resign,” accuses PSD of “simply lying” and fueling instability
Ilie Bolojan refuses to step down: “I will not resign,” accuses PSD of “simply lying” and fueling instability
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Sorin Grindeanu announces total rupture, expects swift talks at Cotroceni: PSD exits “with all its structures”
Sorin Grindeanu announces total rupture, expects swift talks at Cotroceni: PSD exits “with all its structures”
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Rumen Radev
Bulgaria elections: Pro-Russian Rumen Radev wins decisively but falls short of a governing majority
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
AUR at lowest point in a year; PNL leads PSD on voter mobilization
AUR at lowest point in a year; PNL leads PSD on voter mobilization
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Béla Markó criticizes UDMR’s approach to Viktor Orbán: “We should have remained neutral”
Béla Markó criticizes UDMR’s approach to Viktor Orbán: “We should have remained neutral”
LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT
A Tesla car took control and broke through the railcrossing arms directly into the path of an oncoming train (Video)
A Tesla car took control and broke through the railcrossing arms directly into the path of an oncoming train (Video)
What happens if you call Trump. A British journalist found out
What happens if you call Trump. A British journalist found out
Renault is laying off nearly 2,500 employees due to competition from China
Renault is laying off nearly 2,500 employees due to competition from China
Artemis 2 hits toilet issues, NASA activates backup plan
Artemis 2 hits toilet issues, NASA activates backup plan
Electric car registrations rise 150% as market gains momentum
Electric car registrations rise 150% as market gains momentum
Realitatea Plus stays on air: Court of Appeal suspends CNA license withdrawal
Realitatea Plus stays on air: Court of Appeal suspends CNA license withdrawal
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