ECONOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL INDICATORS ON THE ATTRACTIVENESS OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT IN ROMANIA

The study highlights the importance of foreign direct investment, the impact of financial indicators, especially the unemployment rate, on Romania's attractiveness for foreign investors. The unemployment rate, a key indicator of the economic climate, directly influences investors' decision to invest in the country. A decrease in the unemployment rate reflects a healthy and stable economy, increasing investor confidence and helping to attract more foreign investment. Increased FDI not only stimulates economic growth, but also creates a continuity effect, attracting even more investors and strengthening the sustainability of the Romanian economy. The study also analyzes the impact of major economic crises, such as the global financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, on FDI inflows and unemployment rates in Romania. Through econometric modeling, the study concludes that maintaining economic stability, reducing unemployment and retaining foreign investors are key factors for attracting FDI and stimulating long-term economic growth.