Doha: Jordan’s industrial production rose by 1.76% during the first eight months of 2025 compared to the same period last year, according to new figures released by the Department of Statistics.

According to Qatar News Agency, the report showed that the general index of industrial production recorded an annual increase of 2.07% in August 2025, compared to August 2024. The index is now based on a new reference year, with 2018 set as the base (2018=100), replacing the previous 2010 baseline.

Growth was driven primarily by a 1.81% rise in the manufacturing sector, which constitutes 88.7% of overall industrial output. Electricity production also saw a notable increase of 3.22%, accounting for 5.9% of the total index.

However, output in the mining and quarrying sector fell by 1.39%, representing 5.4% of the industrial index.

The report reflects ongoing efforts to modernize statistical measures and monitor sectoral performance in Jordan’s evolving industrial landscape.