# Lithuanian industrial and export economic trends > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lithuanian-industrial-and-export-economic-trends > Updated: 2026-08-23T09:16:04.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Lithuanian industrial production showed significant volatility during the first half of 2024. Eurostat data indicated a 4.9 percent growth for the period, despite a sharp 3 percent decline in May. Production rebounded in June with a 2.1 percent increase. Lithuanian exporters are currently navigating intense international price competition and discount spirals from regions with lower labor and energy costs. This pressure forces companies to balance turnover against the risk of eroding profit margins, which could impact long-term investments in innovation and technology. Despite these competitive pressures, the manufacturing and industrial sectors show signs of strength. Production is expected to reach record levels, a trend partly attributed to increased European defense spending bolstering the electronics industry. While the retail sector remains stable, low natural gas storage levels in Europe are noted as a potential risk factor. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-23: Lithuanian exporters face intense international price competition Lithuanian exporters face intense international price competition, yet manufacturing and industrial sectors show resilience, bolstered by European defense spending and economic stability. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuanian-exporters-face-intense-international-price-competition ### 2026-08-21: Lithuanian industrial production shows volatility in early 2024 Lithuanian industrial production showed volatility in early 2024, with a 4.9 percent growth in the first half of the year following a sharp 3 percent decline in May. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuanian-industrial-production-shows-volatility-in-early-2024 --- Cite as: Lithuanian industrial and export economic trends. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/lithuanian-industrial-and-export-economic-trends