In comparison with the figures in September, in October 2007 the business climate index is 1.6 per cent higher, read NSI reports. The results came due to the improved conjuncture in the fields of industry, construction and retail trade. In October the industry business climate index increased by 1.9 per cent, in comparison with September. The growth and competitiveness pace during the last 3 months did not change and the managers expect the exportation to remain at the same level and base their no-change prognosis on this expectation.