Net investments in the national economy exceeded 48.513 billion lei in the first half of 2021, up by 10.6%, compared to the same period last year, informs the National Institute of Statistics (INS).In the second quarter of this year, the net investments made in the national economy amounted to 28.352 billion lei, up by 12.2%, compared to the second quarter of 2020.In the first six months of 2021, there were increases in investments in all structural elements: new construction works up by 15.2% (to 28.553 billion lei), equipment (including means of transport) up by 7.3% (to 15.675 billion lei) and other expenses up by 1.3% (to 4.284 billion lei).In the second quarter of 2021 too, compared to the same period last year, the advance was registered for all structural elements: new construction works by 19.8% (to 17.695 billion lei), equipment (including means of transport) by 2.6% (to 8.513 billion lei) and at other expenses by 1.9% (to about 2.234 billion lei).
On October 30, 2025, Envisia will host the 3rd edition of the Future of Boards Gala. The event brings together board members, executives, and governance ecosystem partners for an evening dedicated to recognizing responsible leadership, corporate governance, and high-performing boards. The six award categories celebrate individuals and boards who, through courageous decisions and integrity, create […]
The European real estate debt market is showing clear signs of recovery, supported by stabilized interest rates, competitive lending, and renewed investor confidence. According to AEW’s latest research, the credit financing gap across Europe is narrowing, with improved lending conditions helping to ease refinancing pressures that have weighed on the sector in recent years. Between […]
French retail chain Carrefour may want to sell its stores in Romania and exit the market, according to the French publication L’Informe. Moreover, it would also like to get rid of its operations in Poland and Argentina, according to the same source. So far, Carrefour has reportedly only analyzed a possible exit from the local […]
Romanians are not looking forward to Black Friday with more enthusiasm than last year, according to a recent survey. The main reasons are economic instability and the decline in purchasing power. Around 22% of Romanians say they will not buy anything on Black Friday 2025, and only 15% of Romanians plan to spend more compared […]
Cristina Ghițulică, a faculty member at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnologies (Politehnica Bucharest), was elected as the first woman president of the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education, or ENQA. Ghițulică is the director general of the Romanian Agency for Quality Assurance in Higher Education. She was elected to head ENQA […]
The Bucharest National Opera and the Kinetobebe Association announced “The Dance of Velvet Steps,” a premiere performance for the audience with special needs, on Sunday, November 16. The show consists of a ballet performance adapted and made accessible for children and adults with disabilities. The performance is primarily addressed to children and adults with special […]
