Irish manufacturing slowed sharply in May; Growth of output/ new orders dipped; Export orders rose
Jun 1st, 2011 | By Finfacts Ireland Business & Finance Portal | Category: News worldwide
The Irish manufacturing sector lost momentum in May, with growth rates of both output and new orders slowing sharply over the month, while firms cut employment and purchasing activity in response. On a more positive note, however, new export orders continued to expand strongly.