Exports in the first six months of the year grew at a rate below that of Gross Domestic Product, moving away from the targets set by the Government for the end of the decade. This dynamics made it more difficult to achieve the planned objectives for exports.
The forecasts indicate a slowdown in the second half of the year, which should worsen the situation and further hinder the recovery of the export pace.
Among the factors that contributed to this trend, the article highlights currency appreciation, which affects the competitiveness of national products in international markets.
Weak economic growth in Europe is another element mentioned as contributing to the slowdown in exports, given that the European market represents an important destination for national goods.
