Analysts expected an increase in trade surplus

Analysts interviewed by MTI expect a trade surplus during the coming months. Despite the decline in March, the annual surplus may reach or exceed 8 billion euros.

According to the first estimate of the Central Statistical Office (KSH) released on Friday: the value of exports measured in euros in March decreased by 3.4 percent, while the value imports decreased by 3.3 percent, compared to a year before, after the previous month's 8.0 percent and 7.4 percent increases. The trade balance surplus fell by 44 million euros, but was still 966 million euros. (MTI)