The risks of informal work in Moldova

The number of undeclared work cases remains quite high in the Republic of Moldova.

Moldova's low minimum wage and the cost of living

Despite a minimum wage increase in the Republic of Moldova from 5,000 to 5,500 lei, effective January 1, 2025, the country continues to have one of the lowest minimum wages

Moldova's Diaspora remittances soar to $3.5 billion

Moldovans in the diaspora are projected to send home an estimated $3.5 billion in 2025, a sum on par with 2024.

Moldova invests in modernizing towns and villages: 87 regional development projects selected

In the coming two years, numerous villages and towns in the Republic of Moldova will receive significant investments in infrastructure, drinking water supply, sanitation, tourism, and business development.

Program launched: Young first-time employees in strategic fields get 3,000 lei monthly

Young people in the Republic of Moldova who are participating for the first time in seven strategic sectors will receive a non-taxable monthly allowance of 3,000 lei for 12 months. This initiative, launched by the authorities on Thursday, August 14, aims to attract young workers to key areas of the economy.

Sweet dream came true: couple turns hobby into a thriving business

A family from Chisinau turned their passion into a successful business by opening an ice cream parlor. It all began with Ivan and Liubov Boaghi making ice cream in their kitchen. However, their sweet dream quickly transformed into a delightful and lucrative venture. Customers are willing to pay extra for the chance to enjoy their special desserts.

Family business builds 10 modernized greenhouses, expands crops with EU and state support

In the village of Brăviceni, Orhei district, the Caraman couple is developing a vegetable business that has been passed down through generations. They successfully attracted European funds and state subsidies, which enabled them to modernize ten greenhouses and expand their cultivated areas.

Apple harvest in Moldova down, exports to fall in 2025

Moldovan apple producers are expected to harvest around 277,000 tons of fruit this year, a 31.5% decrease from the 404,600 tons harvested in 2024, according to the "Moldova-Fruct" Association.

Exports of sunflower oil boost Moldova-Bulgaria trade

Trade between the Republic of Moldova and Bulgaria is growing. In 2024, the total value of this trade exceeded $267 million, marking a 14.8% increase over 2023, as shown by data from the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization.

Chișinău airport director position goes to Sergiu Spoială

Sergiu Spoială, the current interim director of the state-owned enterprise (S.E.) "Chișinău International Airport," has won the competition for the director position, it was announced on Friday, August 8.

NBM lowers key rate to stimulate economy

Inflation is expected to continue its decline in the coming months, and financing costs will fall after the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) decided to lower its monetary policy rate.

Gazprom accuses Moldova of "deliberately destroying" Moldovagaz

Russia’s Gazprom energy giant, the majority shareholder of SA Moldovagaz, is accusing Moldovan authorities of "deliberately destroying" its subsidiary in Chișinău.