Romania’s industrial production, one of the most important indicators for the local economy, continued its growth in February, although at a slower pace than in January.

The industrial output increased by 5.8%, as a gross series, compared to the same month of last year. The manufacturing industry was the main growth engine, with a 9.6% increase in February, while the mining industry went up 5.3% and the energy industry was down 4.5%.

In January, the increase in industry was 8.5%.

The value of new orders in the manufacturing industry went up by 16% in February versus the same month of 2017 after a 21.5% increase in January.

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