The World Bank reports in its Moldova Economic Update – November 2025 that the poverty level in the Republic of Moldova remains high, even though it follows a downward trend. The institution projects that the poverty rate at the $8.3/day threshold will fall from 18.1% in 2024 to 12.4% in 2027, as rising incomes and lower inflation drive improvements, writes bani.md.
The report highlights that territorial inequalities and social vulnerability remain strong, especially in rural areas. It warns that twin deficits – fiscal and current account – are pressuring macroeconomic stability, while external debt has reached 60.6% of GDP.
The World Bank projects modest economic growth of 2.7% in 2026 and 3.8% in 2027, but it emphasizes that progress depends on implementing reforms and efficiently using European funds.
Inflation remains high, and rising energy costs and droughts affect rural households. The Bank cautions that without swift action, poverty reduction could stall, particularly in the southern and northern regions of the country.