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Macro comment
Industry in May: stable growth despite external problems
Industrial production grew year-on-year for the fourth consecutive month in May, and despite all the problems, mainly of an external nature, the situation in industry remains stable.
Macro comment
Consumer prices in June: Temporary increase in inflation
Inflation has been relatively low recently, but it has fluctuated considerably. It fell below 2 per cent in April but is now close to 3 per cent. Consumer prices increased by 0.3 per cent month-on-month in June and rose by 2.9 per cent year-on-year.
Macro comment
Retail in May: growth in most product groups
Retail sales in May grew year-on-year for the eighteenth month in a row. Although there was a slight decline month-on-month, household consumption will continue to be the main pillar of the economy this year.
Macro comment
PMI in June: first improvement in conditions since 2022
In June, the business conditions index rose above the neutral value of 50 points for the first time in three years, indicating growth in economic activity among companies.
Macro comment
Unemployment in May: decrease due to seasonal work
In May, there is typically a higher onset of seasonal work, which leads to a decrease in overall unemployment, and this year was no different.
