July’s performance is not essentially different from what has been observed over the course of the year. Of the first seven months of 2021, five saw a decline.The result is still linked to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, said Research Manager André Macedo.
Among the sectors with most difficulties meeting customers’ demands are: metallurgy, auto vehicles, machinery and equipment, furniture, textiles, cellulose and paper, wood, machines and electrical materials, metal goods, and plastic material.
Economic stability in the region for the resumption of growth stands at the top of the list of priorities.
The Ministry of the Economy said the Common External Tariff is outdated and too high under current standards.
Unlike sales, production showed a slight increase, 0.7 percent—a total of 238.2 thousand motored vehicles. The volume is said to not have been enough to serve the market.
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