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Serbia to repatriate entire gold reserve amid global uncertainty
Serbia’s central bank plans to repatriate the country’s entire gold reserves from abroad, becoming the first Eastern European country to hold all of its bullion domestically.
Serbia’s FDI falls nearly 70% in first five months of 2025
Slump in FDI raises concerns over Serbia’s economic trajectory, as foreign investment has been a key engine of growth, job creation and export expansion.
Moldova’s manufacturing sector posts strongest growth in 10 months in May
The May results show a significant recovery for the sector, which contracted sharply in late 2024
Serbia among top global gold buyers in 2025
The National Bank of Serbia now holds 50.5 tonnes of gold, said governor Jorgovanka Tabakovic.
Subdued demand in EU and weak crops weigh on Moldova’s exports
Moldova’s exports fell by 11.1% y/y in May and by 10.8% to €3.1bn in the 12 months to May 2025.
Romania’s industrial output rebounds in May on low base
Romania’s industrial production posted a sharp year-on-year increase of 7.1% in May.
Romania’s inflation rises to 5.66% in June ahead of anticipated price pressures
Electricity market liberalisation and a VAT hike in August are expected to put upward pressure on prices.