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Construction sector

The Belgian construction sector faces complex challenges and minimal growth in 2025:

Construction material prices fall, but labour costs rise due to inflation and labour shortages.
Bankruptcies in the construction sector are increasing due to minimal margins and rising labour costs.
Sustainability and renovation remain key growth drivers, despite budget constraints.

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Transport sector

The transport sector shows some recovery, but remains under pressure from structural challenges:

Recovery due to rising industrial production and consumer spending, but margins remain low.
Geopolitical risks and environmental regulations increase costs and put pressure on profitability.
Bankruptcies increase due to high costs and fragile margins within the sector.

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Wholesale sector

The wholesale sector sees signs of recovery, but remains sensitive to economic fluctuations:

Recovery expected in 2025 due to higher consumption and falling interest rates, but margins remain under pressure.
Wholesale commodities benefit from lower energy prices and increasing demand.
Bankruptcies rise due to high costs and changing consumer behaviour, despite growth expectations.

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