According to official data, the output of the core sector shrank by 0.4% in March, the first decrease in five months, as production of power, coal, crude oil, and fertilizer decreased. The eight main infrastructure sectors have grown by 2.8% by February 2026. These industries grew at a pace of 2.6% in 2025–2026 compared to 4.5% in 2024–2025.
