After years of constant increases, the year 2023 marks an unexpected turning point for Cameroonian industry. Producer prices recorded a significant decrease of 5.4% compared to 2022. This reversal of trend contrasts sharply with the dynamics observed since 2020. Several factors can explain this slowdown. The stabilisation of commodity prices, which have risen sharply in 2022, is likely to play a major role. A slowdown in global demand for some manufactured goods could also contribute to lower producer prices. Finally, it is possible that the supply chain disruptions, which have impacted many industries in recent years, will begin to recede, allowing for better cost optimization.
