Romania’s trade balance showed a modest improvement at the start of 2026, with the deficit narrowing to EUR -2.326 million in January 2026 from EUR -2.687 million in December 2025. The latest figures, updated on 12 March 2026, point to a slight easing of external pressures on the Romanian economy.
The reduced shortfall indicates that the gap between exports and imports has decreased compared with the previous month. While the trade balance remains in negative territory, the January data suggest that Romania may be seeing early signs of stabilization in its external accounts following the end of 2025. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases to see whether this improvement in the trade position continues over the coming months.