Sensor and Measurement Technology: Revenue Decline in Q4, Cautious Optimism for 2025
Sensor and measurement technology: decline in fourth quarter, cautious optimism for 2025
The sensor and measurement technology industry recorded a four percent decline in sales in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter. Compared to the same period of the previous year, the decline was even more pronounced at eight percent. Incoming orders remained stable, but companies are still cautiously optimistic about 2025 and expect sales to grow by three percent.
Exports showed a positive trend: the export ratio rose by eight percentage points to 56 percent in 2024. While exports to Central European countries fell slightly, international sales markets developed unevenly.
Investments in 2024 remained at the previous year's level, and companies are planning a moderate increase of two percent for 2025 – a sign of long-term competitiveness. Despite geopolitical uncertainties, the industry is focusing on innovations and strategic investments.
“The sensor and measurement technology industry is confident despite economic fluctuations,” says Thomas Simmons, managing director of the AMA Association. ”Our members are making targeted investments in the future to remain competitive in the long term.”
