Latvia’s industrial production returned to growth in August 2026, posting a 0.3% year-on-year increase after a slight contraction in the previous month. The improvement follows a -0.2% year-on-year decline recorded in July 2026, according to data updated on 6 October 2026.
The figures are based on annual comparisons, with the August result measured against industrial output in August of the previous year and the July figure compared to July a year earlier. The move from negative to positive territory suggests a modest but notable stabilization in Latvia’s industrial sector after mid-summer weakness. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases to assess whether August marks the start of a more durable recovery in production.
