KSH: imports decreased more than exports in July

In July, the value of exports in euros decreased by 5.2, while imports decreased by 6.0 percent compared to the same month of last year. The trade surplus rose by 24 million to 662 million euros – the Central Statistical Office (KSH) announced on Thursday.

Exports fell the last time in March by 3.9 percent in annual comparison after a continuous rise of 16 months. Imports after eight monthsby decrease by 3.5 and 1.7 percent in March and in April, compared to a year before. (MTI)