Romania's industrial output grew 3.7% in May, reversing April's decline, while Hungary's fell 2.6%.

Romania's industrial output increased by 3.7% in May 2025 compared to the same month last year, reversing a decline seen in April. Manufacturing and electricity production were key drivers of this growth, rising by 7.5% and 7%, respectively. However, the production decrease in January-May by 2.8% unadjusted and 1.3% adjusted for working days signals ongoing challenges. Meanwhile, Hungary's industrial output fell by 2.6% in May, though the energy sector saw a 6.9% increase.