After two years of recession, conditions have improved for the economy to return to growth. Prices for energy and other commodities have fallen, inflation is coming down and the purchasing power of people in Estonia and Europe is improving. Estonian companies are also working hard to become more competitive. The economy is expected to revive during this year, though the figures for the whole year will still be below those of last year. The central bank is forecasting growth of 3% for the following two years.