The Czech industry recovered slightly in September. After several weaker months, production increased again – mainly thanks to the metal and plastics processing sectors. The number of new orders also rose noticeably, especially from abroad.
In September 2025, Czech industry recorded moderate growth. According to the Czech Statistical Office (ČSÚ), industrial production increased by 1.1 per cent compared to the previous month and by 0.4 per cent year on year. The strongest performance came from the manufacture of metal structures and metal products, rubber and plastics processing, and the production of electrical equipment.
“These areas contributed most to industrial growth in September,” said Radek Matějka, Director of the Department of Agriculture, Industry, Construction and Energy Statistics at the ČSÚ. Growth was also recorded in the production of other transport equipment and non-metallic mineral products. Declines, on the other hand, were seen in electricity generation – mainly in coal-fired power plants – as well as in coal mining, car production and beverages.
More new orders from abroad
The volume of new orders increased by 4.5 per cent year on year in September. While foreign orders rose by 5.6 per cent, domestic orders grew by 2.7 per cent. Compared to August, the value of new orders even increased by 8.8 per cent.
EU comparison: strong gains in Ireland, declines in Germany and the Czech Republic
According to Eurostat, industrial production in the EU-27 increased by 1.1 per cent year on year in August 2025. Growth was particularly strong in Ireland (+28.6%) and Luxembourg (+9.5%). Significant declines were reported in Bulgaria (-8.6%) and Slovakia (-6.3%). German industry recorded a decrease of 4.6 per cent, while Czech industry fell by 1.3 per cent.
Across the EU, the manufacture of pharmaceutical products grew the most (+20%), while the production of leather goods and related products fell by 13.3 per cent. Eurostat figures for September are scheduled to be published on 13 November.
