“We expect the economy to grow by 1% to 1.5% in 2013,” said Constantin Coman, country manager Coface Romania.
The rating agency has revised downward its estimate on the 2012 growth, from 1% previously.
Coman said the forecasts for 2013 do not reflect the real potential of the Romanian economy, which has been affected by political turmoil.
“A more stable political environment will be the main driver behind growth in 2013,” he added.
Romanian economy expanded by 2.5% in 2011, fueled by higher exports and a bumper harvest. For 2012, the authorities expect economic growth to slow down to around 1%.