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Turkish industrial output shrinks in first quarter of 2025: TurkStat

Robotic arms assemble car bodies on an automated production line at an automotive factory in Türkiye, accessed on May 8, 2025. (AA Photo)
Robotic arms assemble car bodies on an automated production line at an automotive factory in Türkiye, accessed on May 8, 2025. (AA Photo)
May 09, 2025 01:27 PM GMT+03:00

Türkiye's industrial production contracted by 2.2% in the first quarter of 2025, despite a year-over-year increase of 2.5% recorded in March, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) reported on Friday.

On a monthly basis, overall industrial production rose by 3.4% in March.

Out of the 12 sub-sectors measured, 10 posted annual increases while two declined. The energy index rose by 8.4%, capital goods increased by 8.2%, and the electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply sector grew by 6.1% compared to March 2024.

However, the index for durable consumer goods fell by 5.7%, and intermediate goods production declined by 1.7% year-over-year.

Kitchen appliances including stovetops, ovens, and range hoods are displayed for sale at a home improvement store in Antalya, Türkiye, on June 27, 2022. (Adobe Stock Photo)
Kitchen appliances including stovetops, ovens, and range hoods are displayed for sale at a home improvement store in Antalya, Türkiye, on June 27, 2022. (Adobe Stock Photo)

High-tech output posts sharp monthly increase

Monthly data revealed that high-technology production surged by 43.4% in March, while capital goods rose by 12.7% and mining and quarrying output increased by 8.2%.

In contrast, the electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning index declined by 3.5% compared to February. The indices for durable consumer goods and energy also dropped by 2.8% and 0.6%, respectively.

May 09, 2025 01:27 PM GMT+03:00
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