Statistical Office: Romania’s Trade Deficit Widens 38.5% YoY To EUR2.7B In January 2025

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Romania's trade balance posted a deficit of EUR2.7 billion in January 2025, higher by EUR761 million (+38.5%) compared to the level reported in January 2024, data from the country's statistical office INS showed on Wednesday (March 12).
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