At the level of the processing industry, managers forecast a relatively stable production volume (balance plus 5%). Headcount is expected to be relatively stable, with a plus 2% balance for the entire processing industry.

As regards industrial product prices, they are projected to see moderate growth in the next three months (balance plus 14%).

For the constructions sector, June estimates show production volume will rise (balance plus 23%), in parallel with a moderate headcount increase (balance plus 11%).

Construction works prices are expected to go up (balance plus 26%).

For retail, executives anticipate an upward economic activity trend (balance plus 17%). The volume of orders logged by commercial units with commodity suppliers will see moderate growth (balance plus 13%).

Employers expects a moderate headcount increase for the next three months (balance plus 12%).

Commercial companies’ managers project rising retail prices (balance plus 25%).

In line with June 2023 estimates, services demand will see moderate growth in the next three months (balance plus 9%). Headcount is expected to be relatively stable (balance plus 2%).

According to managers, the selling or invoice prices of services will register a moderate increase (balance plus 9%).

(English version by Catalina Apostoiu)