Within the November 2024 survey, processing industry managers forecast a relatively stable production volume for the next three months (balance -2%). Headcount is expected to be relatively stable (balance -5%). Industrial product prices are projected to go up in the next three months (balance + 17%).
In the constructions field, production volumes are expected to decline in the next three months (balance -19%). Managers forecast a moderate headcount decline (balance -8%). Construction works prices are projected to go up (balance + 23%).
In retail trade, managers expect a moderate economic activity increase (balance + 11%). The volume of orders logged with commodity suppliers by commercial units will register growth (balance + 20%). Employers expect a moderate headcount increase (balance + 9%).
Commercial company managers expect rising retail prices (balance + 35%).
In line with November 2024 estimates, services demand (turnover) will post relative stability in the next three months (balance + 3%). Services managers forecast relative headcount stability (balance +). The selling or invoice prices of services will have a moderate upward tendency (balance + 15%).
(English version by Catalina Apostoiu)