In the early months of 2024, witnessed a downturn in its Economic Climate Indicator, signaling a shift in business sentiment. The National Institute of Statistics (INE) reported a decline from the upbeat trends of late 2023. However, the current figures still surpass the recent year averages, suggesting a lingering optimism not seen at the start […]
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