In the first four months of 2024, 7,594 firms suspended operations, up more than 38% from the same period last year.

Most suspensions were recorded in Bucharest, followed by Cluj, Brasov, Iasi and Timis counties. The largest increases in the number of suspensions were recorded in the counties of Dâmbovița, Tulcea and Brăila. Wholesale and retail trade, repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles was the area with the highest number of suspensions.