Romania’s finance minister cautioned that ongoing political turbulence could push the country closer to losing its investment‑grade rating, stressing the need for continued reforms. The message signals that investors may face higher borrowing costs as uncertainty grows.

The warning follows a period of snap elections and shifting coalitions, which have already tightened fiscal sentiment. Market analysts note that any downgrade would raise the country’s borrowing rates, potentially increasing the cost of public debt by several basis points.

With credit agencies monitoring the political climate closely, the minister’s appeal underscores the fragile nature of Romania’s credit status. A downgrade would not only raise funding costs but could also dampen foreign investment, tightening capital flows into the economy.

The government’s call for swift reforms aims to reassure investors that the country remains committed to fiscal discipline, a stance that could stabilize borrowing costs and preserve market confidence.