AmCham METRIX 4.0: AmCham Moldova’s Latest Business Climate Assessment

09.11.2026

On November 4, 2026, AmCham Moldova presented the fourth edition of AmCham METRIX, the Moldovan Economic Transformation and Reform IndeX, at ArtCOR in Chișinău. The event brought together business leaders, public officials, diplomats, and economists to discuss how companies experience public policies and what is shaping Moldova’s competitiveness.

The survey of 400 companies found that overall assessments of public policies and administration were broadly unchanged from the previous edition. The economic outlook was more cautious. Among companies in the national sample, 33% expected conditions to worsen over the next 12 months, while 25% expected an improvement. The cost of financing, energy, and commercial premises stood out as barriers to growth.

EU integration was a central theme. In the national sample, 59% of companies rated the impact of adopting EU rules positively. Companies also called for realistic transition periods, consistent implementation, and access to financing to help them meet new standards.

The discussion turned to how Moldova can raise productivity and compete in the region. In a fireside chat, Marcel Spatari, Chair of Parliament’s Economy, Budget and Finance Committee, highlighted investment in technology and infrastructure and closer cooperation among local companies as ways to increase the value Moldova creates at home.

The launch followed METRIX’s recognition with the 2026 AmChams in Europe Creative Award for using business feedback and economic data to inform dialogue between companies and policymakers.

METRIX tells us where we are. Dialogue takes us where we want to be.

METRIX 4.0 Results: https://www.amcham.md/.../2026/11/04/Metrix_4.0_Results.pdf

Watch the Event Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbvZoyJbUtY

Photos can be accessed here: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=AmCham.md&set=a.1560126042826460