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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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Strait of Hormuz crisis: Europeans urged to work from home, drive slower, and cut energy use

Strait of Hormuz crisis: Europeans urged to work from home, drive slower, and cut energy use

The European Commission is urging citizens to reduce fuel consumption amid an energy crisis that could last for years. Recommended measures include working from home, reducing travel, and limiting flights.…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
Iran reveals a vulnerability of the USA that could be disastrous in a confrontation with China
Iran reveals a vulnerability of the USA that could be disastrous in a confrontation with China
Romania Meets All Conditions for Early Elections. The Decision Now Rests With Nicușor Dan
Romania Meets All Conditions for Early Elections. The Decision Now Rests With Nicușor Dan
Trump made a big bet on AI. If he’s wrong, the consequences could be catastrophic
Trump made a big bet on AI. If he’s wrong, the consequences could be catastrophic
A statement by the president is like an equation with too many unknowns
A statement by the president is like an equation with too many unknowns
Emilian Isailă
Last US troops leave Iraq after two decades. Iran sees victory as fears of Islamic State resurgence grow
Last US troops leave Iraq after two decades. Iran sees victory as fears of Islamic State resurgence grow
Securistan. When did the intelligence services resume the state’s re-infiltration and why – Video Podcast
Securistan. When did the intelligence services resume the state’s re-infiltration and why – Video Podcast
Emilian Isailă
European conservatives prepare for 2029. How they plan to win back voters from the far right
European conservatives prepare for 2029. How they plan to win back voters from the far right
Students challenge mandatory school uniforms. What studies say about bullying – and what other countries have found
Students challenge mandatory school uniforms. What studies say about bullying – and what other countries have found
Gabriela Pleș
How Romania could benefit from a more united Central and Eastern Europe
How Romania could benefit from a more united Central and Eastern Europe
Sobering conclusion from CNN journalist who documented Trump’s lies for a decade: “American democracy has suffered”
Sobering conclusion from CNN journalist who documented Trump’s lies for a decade: “American democracy has suffered”
POLITICS
Nicușor Dan explains why he opposes early elections: “Romania would be paralysed for five months”
Nicușor Dan explains why he opposes early elections: “Romania would be paralysed for five months”
Mureșan Government Rejected by Parliament, Falling More Than 50 Votes Short (Photo & Video)
Mureșan Government Rejected by Parliament, Falling More Than 50 Votes Short (Photo & Video)
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Kelemen Hunor, UDMR
Kelemen Hunor: My head hurts. I am terrified. It’s not just about the sword, the rifle, the machine gun! What does he say about the next appointment (Video)
British PM says Brexit has done “more harm than good,” seeks new relationship with EU
British PM says Brexit has done “more harm than good,” seeks new relationship with EU
The hearings of the proposed ministers ended in a tie: 8 positive opinions, 8 negative. Wednesday, the decisive test for the Mureșan Government
The hearings of the proposed ministers ended in a tie: 8 positive opinions, 8 negative. Wednesday, the decisive test for the Mureșan Government
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić resigns. He could return to power as prime minister
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić resigns. He could return to power as prime minister
LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT
The company Anthropic, strange warning before the stock market listing: Buy our shares, even if our products can destroy humanity!
The company Anthropic, strange warning before the stock market listing: Buy our shares, even if our products can destroy humanity!
7 in 10 Romanians use AI, but half can’t tell when a text was written by AI
7 in 10 Romanians use AI, but half can’t tell when a text was written by AI
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Nvidia CEO dismisses AI doomsday scenarios: “Zero chance the world will end in 2030”
Nvidia CEO dismisses AI doomsday scenarios: “Zero chance the world will end in 2030”
A Romanian professor and his team at Stanford have created mice with half-human brains
A Romanian professor and his team at Stanford have created mice with half-human brains
Europe launches a new “eye” into space. Sentinel-3C will monitor wildfires, drought and changes in the world’s oceans
Europe launches a new “eye” into space. Sentinel-3C will monitor wildfires, drought and changes in the world’s oceans
Sebastian Stan Rejects “MAGA” Label for “Fjord”: “When Did One Camp Get All the Answers?”
Sebastian Stan Rejects “MAGA” Label for “Fjord”: “When Did One Camp Get All the Answers?”
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