Nominal GDP for Romania was $382.8bn in 2024, up from $350.8bn in 2023. The Romanian population was estimated at 19.0m in 2024 according to the IMF, while Germany is Romania’s biggest trading partner.
Variables Surveyed for Romania
Variables covered in our monthly analysis of Romania include:
- Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
- Household Consumption
- Gross Fixed Investment
- Industrial Production
- Consumer Price Inflation
- Budget Balance
- Merchandise Exports
- Merchandise Imports
- Trade Balance
- Current Account Balance
- Foreign Exchange Reserves
- Leu Currency Forecasts
- Monthly Inflation Forecasts
Consensus Forecasts for Romania
Individual panellist forecasts are shown for each of the variables surveyed, along with the consensus (mean) forecast. The rows of forecasts are ranked by the GDP growth estimate for the current year, highest to lowest. in the PDF publication, we also show selected “comparison forecasters” including the IMF, OECD, and European Commission. The example below is an illustrative historical survey snapshot from September 2022, showing how individual forecasts and the consensus are presented.

Source: Eastern Europe Consensus Forecasts, September 2022
Special Surveys
In addition to the regular surveys for the variables listed above we also undertake a number of Special Surveys for Romania on topics such as:- Quarterly Forecasts
- Long-Term Forecasts
- Forecast Probabilities
- Sectoral Growth and Foreign Direct Investment
Main Data Sources for Romania
- National Institute of Statistics: National Institute of Statistics has the mission to meet the information needs of all categories of users of statistical data and information by collecting, producing and disseminating data in accordance with the Law on the Organization and Functioning of Official Statistics in Romania.
- National Bank of Romania: The National Bank of Romania is the central bank of Romania and was established in April 1880.
Comprehensive Forecasts Coverage
Consensus Economics has collected forecasts for more than 30 years, building up a comprehensive catalogue of historical forecasts data. Please enquire at editors@consensuseconomics.com should you wish to find out more about these data offerings, pricing and the different platforms by which you can access them.Explore forecasts across Eastern Europe
Alongside this country forecast, explore the other economies covered by our Eastern Europe forecast publication.
