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The increasingly high taxes are suffocating small businesses and pushing them towards bankruptcy: "You will see a wave of insolvencies"

The increasingly high taxes are suffocating small businesses and pushing them towards bankruptcy: "You will see a wave of insolvencies"

More and more micro-enterprises in Romania are facing the risk of closure due to high taxation levels, and by the end of the year, a wave of insolvencies could occur,…

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Trump hits India with 50% tariffs. The new taxes bring it closer to China and Russia

Trump hits India with 50% tariffs. The new taxes bring it closer to China and Russia

The President of the United States, Donald Trump, imposed a 50% tariff on most imports from India on Wednesday, after previously doubling the level of 25% set at the beginning…

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Tax Consultants: Additional taxation rule for multinationals in Romania, a misstep in tax legislation

Tax Consultants: Additional taxation rule for multinationals in Romania, a misstep in tax legislation

The new rule proposed by the Ministry of Finance to tax all companies in Romania that are part of a national or international group becomes a serious deviation in fiscal…

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The treasure from Romania that "everyone is crazily searching for"

The treasure from Romania that "everyone is crazily searching for"

Romania has a major strategic advantage in the global fight for artificial intelligence control, stated the Minister of Economy, Radu Miruță. It’s about the graphite from Baia de Fier, an…

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Dăianu contradicts Bolojan and rejects the scenario of insolvency

Dăianu contradicts Bolojan and rejects the scenario of insolvency

Daniel Dăianu, the President of the Fiscal Council, downplays the public discussions about the potential insolvency Romania could face shortly after, in an interview with Bloomberg, Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan…

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The United States and Europe still do billions of dollars in business with Russia, despite sanctions

The United States and Europe still do billions of dollars in business with Russia, despite sanctions

American President Donald Trump threatens India with an additional 25% tariff, as well as higher taxes for other countries that buy Russian oil, trying to put pressure on Moscow to…

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Economic Analyst: Package 2 must cover the gaps. Mayors live in a parallel reality. Stadiums worth 50 million euros are being built

Economic Analyst: Package 2 must cover the gaps. Mayors live in a parallel reality. Stadiums worth 50 million euros are being built

Romania urgently needs Package 2 of measures, aimed at restructuring state spending, reducing investments, and cleaning up the business environment from companies with potential evasion risks, says economic consultant Adrian…

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Rabla returns, but the budget decreases dramatically. The value of vouchers for electric cars is halved

Rabla returns, but the budget decreases dramatically. The value of vouchers for electric cars is halved

The government has decided to resume the Rabla program for individuals. However, the budget has been significantly reduced: 200 million lei for the entire period 2025-2030, according to an emergency…

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The government blocks unrealistic projects from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan and halts new local investments in 2025

The government blocks unrealistic projects from the National Recovery and Resilience Plan and halts new local investments in 2025

The Bolojan government has decided to halt PNRR projects that cannot be completed on time and to block new investments through the „Anghel Saligny” program. The reason: „Systemic, imminent, and…

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ANAF will come under the direct coordination of the Ministry of Finance

ANAF will come under the direct coordination of the Ministry of Finance

The National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) will be directly coordinated by the Ministry of Finance, announced Minister Alexandru Nazare on Wednesday, stating that the relationship between the two institutions…

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The Minister of Finance announces a new taxation formula for multinational companies. The staggered system will be rethought, measures regarding the activity of the ANAF (Video)

The Minister of Finance announces a new taxation formula for multinational companies. The staggered system will be rethought, measures regarding the activity of the ANAF (Video)

The government is preparing new tax measures targeting multinational companies, taxing parcels from outside the EU, and reforming tax administration. Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare announced a new taxation formula for…

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The National Bank of Romania (BNR) has significantly revised upwards the inflation forecast for 2025

The National Bank of Romania (BNR) has significantly revised upwards the inflation forecast for 2025

The National Bank of Romania (BNR) has significantly revised its inflation forecast for 2025, from 4.6% to 8.8%, announced Governor Mugur Isărescu. He specified that Romania’s economy is currently facing…

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The wave of price increases is already being felt. The inflation rate surged in July to 7.8%. Prices that have increased the most

The wave of price increases is already being felt. The inflation rate surged in July to 7.8%. Prices that have increased the most

The annual inflation rate surged strongly in July to 7.84%. Compared to June, inflation jumped by 2.7%. The highest price increases over the past year were recorded in non-food goods…

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The United States will not impose customs duties on gold

The United States will not impose customs duties on gold

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that gold will not be subject to the new American customs duties, after an official document caused confusion last week and propelled the precious…

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The United States and China are extending their trade truce for another 90 days

The United States and China are extending their trade truce for another 90 days

President Donald Trump has extended the trade truce with China by another 90 days, during which negotiations will continue. Trump posted on his social platform Truth Social that he signed…

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ANAF loses the lawsuit against OMV Petrom. The state must pay over 435 million lei

ANAF loses the lawsuit against OMV Petrom. The state must pay over 435 million lei

The High Court of Cassation and Justice (ÎCCJ) has definitively ruled that the National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) must reimburse OMV Petrom the amount of 435.6 million lei, representing…

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Over 200 hotels in Romania have joined the European process against Booking.com

Over 200 hotels in Romania have joined the European process against Booking.com

110 hotel operators from Romania, representing over 200 hotels, have already joined the European collective process against the Booking.com platform, accused of price fixing and imposing abusive commissions. The hoteliers…

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European brands are resorting to an obscure customs clause to mitigate the impact of tariffs imposed by Trump

European brands are resorting to an obscure customs clause to mitigate the impact of tariffs imposed by Trump

Renowned European companies are analyzing the use of a little-known American customs clause called the „First Sale” rule to mitigate the effects of the new trade tariffs imposed by President…

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The translation of the text is: AI Stars, "hunted" like sports celebrities: Young people negotiating salaries of 250 million dollars

The translation of the text is: AI Stars, "hunted" like sports celebrities: Young people negotiating salaries of 250 million dollars

Artificial intelligence specialists approach the job market as if it were an NBA star, like LeBron James. They seek advice from their entourage and play hardball with those offering more…

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Economist: There are too few children in Germany, people should retire at the age of 69

Economist: There are too few children in Germany, people should retire at the age of 69

Germans should stay longer in the workforce to protect the pension system and support growth, economist Martin Werding stated, as reported by dpa on Saturday. Despite the unpopularity of requests…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
The stakes of the elections in Serbia – The main actors, central themes, and possible consequences
The stakes of the elections in Serbia – The main actors, central themes, and possible consequences
Protests in Europe reveal the crises weighing on Generation Z
Protests in Europe reveal the crises weighing on Generation Z
Why Trump Can’t Convince Putin to Accept a Deal. What Is the Solution
Why Trump Can’t Convince Putin to Accept a Deal. What Is the Solution
How schools can prevent knife attacks: Five practical solutions. Psychologist: “Strict controls may stop the behaviour, but they don’t address the root cause”
How schools can prevent knife attacks: Five practical solutions. Psychologist: “Strict controls may stop the behaviour, but they don’t address the root cause”
Gabriela Pleș
Sorin Grindeanu, la scurt timp după votarea guvernului, s-a grăbit să anunțe public pentru a recepționa și judecătoarea Lia Savonea că vrea să plătească un miliard de euro de la buget pentru magistrați
Sorin Grindeanu prepares 1 billion euros for Lia Savonea, even though European judges say the payment can be postponed and staggered
Emilian Isailă
Trump the brave and his two faces. When he’s a tiger and when he’s a lamb
Trump the brave and his two faces. When he’s a tiger and when he’s a lamb
O reacție SRI la adresa unor critici făcute de Ludovic Orban într-o emisiune TVR a reaprins dezbaterea despre lipsa controlului civil asupra serviciilor secrete din România
For a quarter of a century, Ludovic Orban criticizes SRI. Finally, he received a response, one that reignites the debate about the crisis of the secret services
Emilian Isailă
The editorial board of The New York Times: How Trump Betrays Ukraine
The editorial board of The New York Times: How Trump Betrays Ukraine
În primăvara anului trecut, în plină campanie electorală, într-o dezbatere organizată de Antena 3 CNN, la o întrebare a unui reporter despre posibilitatea creșterii TVA, Nicușor Dan a făcut o promisiune scrisă în fața camerelor de luat vederi că, în situația în care va ajunge președinte, taxa pe valoarea adăugată nu se va modifica. Ceea ce nu s-a întâmplat.
The paper that turned Romania back to the Dragnea era
Emilian Isailă
Marian Neacșu, un fost condamnat penal, a fost numit ministru de Interne cu scopul de a crea o majoritate parlamentară pentru PSD
What will PSD do once back in power?
Emilian Isailă
POLITICS
Niculescu adds second Foreign Ministry official to his team. Romania’s consul in Lyon recalled from his post
Niculescu adds second Foreign Ministry official to his team. Romania’s consul in Lyon recalled from his post
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Irina Olteanu
European Commission President congratulates PM Luca Niculescu: There is no time to waste
European Commission President congratulates PM Luca Niculescu: There is no time to waste
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Will Bolojan run for president in 2030? What are his plans for PNL?
Will Bolojan run for president in 2030? What are his plans for PNL?
What PSD rejected under Bolojan may now be acceptable under Niculescu. How the party explains its change of position on listing state-owned companies
What PSD rejected under Bolojan may now be acceptable under Niculescu. How the party explains its change of position on listing state-owned companies
Nicușor Dan is optimistic: On Tuesday, we will have a government
Nicușor Dan is optimistic: On Tuesday, we will have a government
Irina Olteanu
LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT
Dacia registrations fall 10% in Europe in 2026 despite 6% market growth. Chinese rival BYD sells more cars
Dacia registrations fall 10% in Europe in 2026 despite 6% market growth. Chinese rival BYD sells more cars
Getty Images files for US bankruptcy, advances restructuring plan
Getty Images files for US bankruptcy, advances restructuring plan
What a group of AI agents discussed while their owners chatted at the table
What a group of AI agents discussed while their owners chatted at the table
Malaysia has suspended the sale of a Chinese Chery model. The issue acknowledged by the manufacturer
Malaysia has suspended the sale of a Chinese Chery model. The issue acknowledged by the manufacturer
Could hackers reach your fridge? The loopholes through which they can sneak into your house
Could hackers reach your fridge? The loopholes through which they can sneak into your house
Renault CEO questions Romania’s Rabla car scrappage scheme: Why do cars imported from outside Europe get the same subsidies as those made in Romania?
Renault CEO questions Romania’s Rabla car scrappage scheme: Why do cars imported from outside Europe get the same subsidies as those made in Romania?
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