The National Bank of Romania (BNR) has revised upward its inflation forecast for the end of 2026 to 5.5%, from a previous estimate of 3.9%, according to data presented on Tuesday, May 19, by central bank governor Mugur Isărescu . The institution expects inflation to ease to 2.9% by the end of 2027. Speaking during a press conference presenting the latest quarterly inflation report, Isărescu said the revised forecast reflects growing inflationary pressures both in Romania and internationally.