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A shortage of orders remains the sector’s biggest challenge, cited by approximately 80% of respondents.
The survey, which drew responses from 400 companies, found that slightly more than 43% had already recorded a revenue decline in the first half of the year.
Half of respondents identified unpredictable economic regulations as a problem, while 47% said the sector lacked a level playing field.
Nearly 77% of companies said they had not raised prices in the first half despite increases in payroll, delivery, energy and service costs.
Late payments also remained a concern. More than one-fifth of respondents said their invoices were paid after the deadline, while over half reported that the sector’s “chain of debt” problem was worsening.
Hiring plans were limited, with just 13% of companies intending to recruit additional employees.
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