Romania's industrial production fell sharply in December, yet Bucharest-Ilfov's GDP per capita surged to 190% of the EU average.

Romania's industrial production fell 13.9% in December 2024, with a seasonally adjusted decline of 1.2%. In Hungary, industrial output dropped 5.3% in December 2024, with significant decreases in transport equipment and vehicle production. However, the Bucharest-Ilfov region in Romania saw its GDP per capita reach 190% of the EU average, highlighting strong economic growth and potential investment opportunities.