In February 2026, the output of Italian cement industry dropped by 18% year-on-year, and the cumulative output growth rate in the first two months contracted by 11% year-on-year. The slump in production is due to weak domestic and foreign demand, bad weather at home that inhibits construction, and sluggish overseas exports. Import and export data in January showed that export volume plunged 42%, import volume dropped 14%, and export unit price was higher than import unit price. In February, "volume falls and prices rise", reflecting cost-driven inflation and supply-side support. Weather factors fade or improve domestic demand in the short term, but weak external demand and cost pressures are difficult to resolve, balancing capacity, inventory and price strategy is the core issue.
2026-06-03 09:34:26