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Hungarian Automotive Manufacturing Hits a New Low as Industrial Production Declines

Hungarian Automotive Manufacturing Hits a New Low as Industrial Production Declines

Industrial output in Hungary decreased by 2.9% year-on-year in November, with automotive and battery sectors underperforming.
Hungary's automotive industry, a crucial component of the nation's economy, is experiencing significant challenges as recent data indicates a decline in industrial production.

According to the Hungarian Central Statistical Office (KSH), industrial output fell by 2.9% in November compared to the same period last year, after accounting for working day effects.

This represents a 1.6% drop from October's figures.

The data, released this Tuesday, paints a concerning picture for Hungary's industrial sector, which had shown a slight recovery in October but has once again faltered.

The KSH provided a detailed breakdown of industry sectors, revealing notable downturns in key areas of manufacturing.

Among the sectors hardest hit are automotive manufacturing and battery production.

The production of electrical equipment, which includes battery manufacturing, had been expanding until October 2023. However, this growth reversed in spring 2024, with a noticeable decline by late summer, followed by further drops in October and November.

The automotive sector, a cornerstone of Hungary's manufacturing output, is particularly affected.

Since mid-2023, this sector has experienced continuous volatility, with production output consistently falling.

November marked a new low point, with production levels not seen since April 2022, over two years ago.

These trends are concerning for the Hungarian economy, which relies heavily on its manufacturing sector, particularly on foreign investment and exports driven by companies like Audi, Mercedes-Benz, and Suzuki, which operate extensive manufacturing facilities in the country.

Despite these challenges, hope may be on the horizon.

New manufacturing projects are underway, including the production facilities of Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD in Szeged and the anticipated startup of operations by battery manufacturer CATL and automotive giant BMW in Debrecen later this year.

However, industry analysts warn of a challenging road ahead for the European automotive industry as a whole, which has been grappling with numerous difficulties over the past five years.

As Hungary's economy is intricately tied to this sector, any recovery may hinge on broader trends within the European and global automotive markets.
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