Policy support and the emerging "new normal"- how well-positioned are Romanian firms?

23 February 2022 · Mugur Isărescu, Governor of the National Bank of Romania (Romania)

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23 Feb 2022 · Mugur Isărescu Wiki · National Bank of Romania WikiPolicy support and the emerging "new normal"- how well-positioned are Romanian firms?

ContextOpening speech by Mugur Isărescu, Governor of the National Bank of Romania, at the European Investment Bank (EIB) webinar "Investment and Investment Finance in Romania", 23 February 2022.

Why it mattersIsărescu examines how Romanian firms face a new normal.

Problems raised

Romanian firms face a new normal.
Investment finance is needed.
Policy support must be withdrawn carefully.

Solutions proposed

Build on improved bank soundness.
Support investment finance.
Cooperate with the EIB.

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