In January 2013, the construction industry grew most of all in Poland (+5.3%), Bulgaria (+3.7%), Germany (+3%) and Portugal (+1.2%), according to the Statistical Office of the European Union (Eurostat). The greatest decline in construction was observed in Slovenia (-7.4%), Sweden (-5.1%), the Czech Republic (-4.4%) and France (-4%).
Experts note that the construction industry in the EU is in recession. In January 2013, construction activity fell by 1.3% compared to December 2012 and by 8% - compared to January 2012.