Moldova credit growth hits €425 million driven by business demand

Commercial banks in Moldova issued €424.5 million (approx. 8.32 billion MDL) in new financing last month, according to data released by the National Bank of Moldova.

Chișinău allocates Central Market profit to cover legacy penalties

The municipally-owned enterprise operating the Chișinău Central Market will allocate its entire 2025 net profit of €142,210 (approx. 2.78 million MDL) to cover historical financial losses. The Chișinău Municipal Council approved the decision on July 21.

Red tape paralyzes Moldova €348M public building energy upgrades

More than half of Moldova’s final energy consumption is absorbed by public buildings. Despite energy efficiency being a top strategic priority, investment returns remain difficult to prove due to the absence of a unified monitoring framework.

Moldova to launch vital Romania-linked power line by August

The entire 400 kV Vulcănești–Chișinău overhead power line will be energized this week up to the Chișinău Electrical Substation. The announcement was made on Monday, July 20, by the Acting Minister of Energy, Dorin Junghietu, following an official site visit to the facility.

Low productivity plagues Moldova's historic industrial hub Soroca

The industrial municipality of Soroca is facing a severe structural economic paradox. Despite possessing a deep industrial base—a rarity among Moldovan localities—the city registers the lowest turnover per capita and the second-lowest labor productivity per employee in the country.

26 public institutions offer fully digital services

Currently, over 43% of institutions providing public services in the Republic of Moldova offer all their services in digital format. This amounts to 26 out of 60 entities, whose services can be accessed online through the EVO portal and application. Additionally, digitalization is also progressing at the level of local public administration. In 2025 alone, the use of online services resulted in savings of over 853 million lei.

Moldova seeks Indian investment at Chisinau forum

The Republic of Moldova can serve as an entry point for Indian companies interested in the European market. At the Moldova-India Business Forum, organized in Chisinau on July 20, in the context of the visit of the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, Maia Sandu stated that our country relies on speed, talent and access to attract new investments and economic partnerships.

Health minister nominee opposes 20% VAT on medicines

The Minister of Health, Alexandru Gasnaș, suggests keeping the VAT rate for medicines at the current 8% or reducing it to 0% until an impact analysis is conducted.

Grinăuți mill targets exports after major investment

A modern milling facility located in the northern part of the country produces flour and bran using wheat sourced from local farmers. The milling complex is situated in the village of Grinăuți, in the Râșcani district. This initiative was launched by Ruslan Ioxa, who, despite lacking a family background in milling, successfully established the business.

After 12 years abroad, a resident in Costești builds an apricot business

After 12 years of working abroad, Alexei Mihalache returned to his hometown of Costești in Ialoveni. He planted an apricot orchard and established a family business. Today, he works alongside his wife and the villagers. Alexei's motivation comes from the sense of freedom he feels at home.

Light industry struggles as Moldova loses thousands of jobs

Moldova's light industry has seen a loss of over 8,000 jobs in recent years, as reported by the consulting company "Europolis." The most significant impact was in the garment, textile, leather, and footwear sectors, where approximately one in three jobs has disappeared.

Watermelon growers expect yields of up to 40 tons per hectare this year

Watermelon producers are experiencing an abundant harvest this year. The watermelons are sweet, juicy, and flavorful, driving high demand in markets, even though prices remain relatively high at the beginning of the season. The spring rains and recent warmer temperatures have contributed to a generous crop yield. To ensure they select the ripest fruits, some buyers choose to go directly to the fields.