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Revenue from the income tax on individuals who rent out real estate rose by 31.9% in the first six months of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025, totaling 58.9 million lei.
The Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Moldova will conduct a detailed analysis and possible review of budget expenditures. The methodological framework for the review of budget expenditures was presented in late June at an event organized by the ministry with the participation of international experts from UNDP and the World Bank, who are assisting the ministry in this effort.
In Moldova, the government—one of whose major projects was a tax reform scheduled for 2027—has resigned. Some criticized this reform, while others supported it; it was the subject of political bargaining, and various declarations and statements were made. But let’s be honest: no one ever really explained to the average person exactly how they would benefit from all these rates, charges, and withholdings.
From January through June 2026, revenues administered by the Customs Service totaling 20,384.38 million lei were collected for the state budget. This represents an increase of 1,362.28 million lei (+7.2%) compared to the same period in 2025.
The National Bank of Moldova (NBM) has launched public consultations on a draft EU regulation for payment systems. These consultations concern data exchange between competent authorities and the freedom to provide services in the financial sector. This initiative is directly linked to the large-scale modernization of Moldova’s payments market.
The Organization for Entrepreneurship Development (ODA) has adjusted the base interest rates on loans provided under the “373” program and published them.
In this regard, the Ministry of Finance has released a document for public consultation on the mechanism for applying VAT and excise taxes to goods imported into Moldova from the region.
The State Tax Service (STS) reminds taxpayers that September 30, 2026, is the deadline for connecting to the “MEV” Information System for certain categories of taxpayers
Non-governmental organizations in Moldova are proposing to increase the donation rate from 2% to 3.5% and to encourage donations via text message.
The tax regime applicable to individuals engaged in independent commercial activities may be applied only by merchants registered with the State Tax Service before July 1, 2026, in accordance with the provisions of Article 69¹³( (3) of the Tax Code.
Moldovan banks have begun implementing new corporate operating standards set forth in the NBM regulations, which are aimed at transposing European directives and promoting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibility among financial institutions.
AmCham proposes maintaining the VAT exemption for international mail.
According to a forecast by Bloomberg Economics, the global economy is set to face a prolonged period of higher interest rates. According to the agency, by the end of 2026, this rate will stand at 5.10%, up from the 4.41% projected in January—that is, before the outbreak of hostilities in Iran.
Effective January 1, 2027, the design of the “Excise Stamp/Consumer Stamp” for alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, and related goods will change. The amendments have been published and have taken effect.
The introduction of the digital ruble, which began in Russia in 2026, will not lead to the displacement of other forms of the national currency, according to economist and financier Evgeny Kogan, who compared the digital ruble to a song by the band “Kino.”
The government will review the issue of adjusting the minimum wage in consultation with employers’ associations and labor unions at least once a year.
Today, July 3, 2026, the National Bank of Moldova released a commemorative coin titled “Vasile Vasilache—100th Anniversary of His Birth” into numismatic circulation, marking the conclusion of the “Notable Figures” series.
In 2026, more than 25.8 million lei were allocated to nonprofit organizations and religious institutions in Moldova through the “2% tax allocation” mechanism
In the first six months of 2026, the National Health Insurance Company generated revenues of approximately 7.3 billion lei. These revenues increased by 444 million lei, or 6.5%, compared to the same period in 2025.
Based on the results of the first quarter of 2026, insurers increased their profitability, overcoming regulatory costs and the sector’s rising loss ratios in recent years. Insurance companies nearly doubled last year’s figures, posting a combined net profit of 68.7 million lei, as reported by eight of the nine operating companies.
