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Diffusion index inches up to 41.6 in September

The one-month ahead outlook DI on business receipts rose to 47.

Diffusion index inches up to 41.6 in September

The one-month ahead outlook DI on business receipts rose to 47.

Unemployment rate steady at 3%

The underemployment rate also remained unchanged at 1.2%.

Manufacturing industrial productions increase by 0.7% in Q2

The sewerage, waste management, and remediation activities increased by 1.5%. 

Construction works' gross value up 2.3% in Q2

The private sector fell by 2.4%, whilst public sector rose by 22.6%.

Diffusion index slips to 41.3 in August

However, the one-month ahead outlook DI on business receipts was 45.4. 

Retail records 11.9% decrease in business receipts in Q2

Changing consumption patterns continues to be a major challenge.

Exports value climbs 13.1% in July

There were significant gains in electrical machinery.

Unemployment rate stands at 3%

There were 117,800 unemployed people between May and July.

Economy grows 3.3% YoY in Q2 2024

Quarter-on-quarter, the economy grew by 0.4%.

Diffusion index climbs to 41.8 in July, indicating SME growth

The index, however, remained in contractionary territory. 

Retail sales value fall 9.7% YoY to $29.9b in June

The government attributed the decline to changing consumption patterns.

Consumer prices rise 1.2% YoY in May

Prices rose faster in May compared to April.

Retail sales value plummets 14.7% in April amidst the Easter holidays

Only one retail outlet type recorded an increase in sales.

Consumer price growth eases to 1.1% in April

Prices for transport, housing, and clothing saw increases in April.