In January, Estonia's industrial production grew by 5.9% compared to the same month in 2025, with significant increases in mining, manufacturing, and energy sectors.
In January, Estonia's industrial production rose by 5.9% in real terms compared to the same month in 2025, as reported by the Statistics Office. The growth spanned all three industrial sectors: mining, manufacturing, and energy. The mining sector saw an increase of 10.7%, while the manufacturing sector grew by 3.1%, and energy production surged by 21.7%. These figures reflect a robust performance across the industries, indicating a positive trend for the Estonian economy.
Riin Kadarik, chief analyst at the Statistics Office, highlighted that the manufacturing output has increased for the third consecutive month, primarily driven by growth in wood processing and metal product manufacturing. These sectors are particularly significant due to their substantial share relative to other manufacturing activities. This sustained growth suggests a recovery and expansion within key sectors of Estonia's economy, which could lead to increased employment and investment in the future.
Regarding the energy sector, while electricity generation decreased by 2.3% in terms of total output (MWh), heat production experienced a notable upswing at 24%. Kadarik explained that the energy sector’s overall growth of 21.7% was largely attributed to higher sales of electricity to both commercial entities and residential consumers, indicating rising demand despite the slight drop in electricity generated. This dynamic presents important implications for energy policy and market strategies in Estonia going forward.
