In July 2013 compared with June 2013, seasonally adjusted industrial production1 fell by 1.5% in the euro area2 (EA17) and by 1.0% in the EU282, according to estimates from Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. In June3 industrial production increased by 0.6% and 0.9% respectively. In July 2013 compared with July 20124, industrial production dropped by 2.1% in the euro area and by 1.7% in the EU28. In July 2013 compared with June 2013, production of capital goods fell by 2.6% in the euro area and by 1.6% in the EU28. Durable consumer goods decreased by 2.2% and 0.5% respectively. Energy dropped by ... (full story)