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Energy drives 0.5 pct YoY fall in July producer prices as other components rise
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Retail sales resume growth of 3 pct YoY in June, volumes record more modest rise
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Despite small drop in July, deposits stay above 200 bln mark
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Consumer and retail confidence deteriorate further in Aug due to cost of living
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Construction shows first signs of recovery in 2025 as building activity rises 31.6 pct YoY in May
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Primary balance up to July confirmed at 7.94 bln due to underspend, tax revenues
PBO sees medium-term risks mounting, despite positive near-term outlook

The Parliament Budget Office (PBO) released on Thursday its latest report, for the second quarter of the year, and notes the relative positive picture in the near-term, despite the uncertain times due to the energy crisis. However, it notes a series of challenges and risks in the medium-term.
The PBO highlights that the economy recorded solid growth in the first half of the year, growing by 7.7 pct in the second quarter, which will lead to a significant upward revision of the annual growth for 2022. Employment is only showing remarkable sign...
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