Services exports reach USD 1.73 billion in the first half
Moldova’s services exports reached about USD 1.73 billion in the first half of 2026, more than a fifth higher than a year earlier. The figures were presented by IDIS Viitorul expert Veaceslav Ioniță.
The largest categories remain IT services, at around USD 890 million a year, and transport, at USD 693 million. Together they bring in about USD 1.58 billion, or 45% of services exports. Of the USD 667 million growth over the past 12 months, IT accounted for 23.9% and business services for 20.4%. Exports of education services rose to USD 136.3 million a year (+18.7%), and medical services grew by 19.5% to around USD 7 million — mainly dentistry, cosmetic surgery and IVF.
Meanwhile, goods exports fell in 2025 to a record low of 18.6% of GDP, while services reached a record 15.9% of GDP.
What it means for you
- IT and business service firms are working in a growing export market — competition for talent will stay intense.
- Clinics and education providers can attract clients from abroad.
- Goods exporters remain under pressure.
Source: InfoMarket, 09.10.2026