The confidence index in the tourism distribution sector, prepared by the consultancy >Dr. Fried & Partner, recorded its fourth consecutive month of improvement in October, although it remains at low levels. About 27% of agencies consider the current situation positive, compared to 23.5% in September, but 25.8% still classify it as negative. Almost half of respondents report a drop in sales in recent months. As for the coming months, only 12.5% expect an increase in demand, while 34% anticipate a reduction in business. The outlook for profitability also remains cautious: 39.5% expect a decline in results.