According to estimates published by the Statistical Office of the European Union (Eurostat), in April 2013 compared with March this year, seasonally adjusted, industrial production in the main euro area increased by 0.4% and by 0.3% in the EU-27 euro area. , taking into account all countries. In April 2013 compared to April 2012, industrial production fell by 0.6% in the euro area and 0.8% in the EU-27.
Monthly comparisons show that production grew 2.7% in the euro area and 2.5% in the EU-27 in April 2013 compared to March 2013. Durable consumer goods output rose 0.7% in both zones. Intermediate goods production remained stable in the main euro area and fell 0.1% in the EU-27. The energy sector reduced production by 1.5% in both zones.
Among the EU member states that provided data, the largest industrial production growth was recorded in Ireland (3.0%), France (2.3%) and Romania (1.9%), and negative results were recorded in Finland (-5, 1%), the Netherlands (-4.3%) and Portugal (-3.6%).
On an annualized basis in April 2013 compared to April 2012, the production of consumer durables decreased by 6.2% in the euro area and by 4.3% in the EU-27. Intermediate goods were down 2.8% and 2.9%, respectively. The energy sector reduced production by 1.7% in the euro area and 2.8% in the EU-27. Capital goods rose 1.6% and 1.9%, respectively.
