Business confidence in Germany reaches its highest level in 3 years
WHAT HAPPENED
Business confidence in Germany rose to 89.9 points in September, up from 88.8 in August. It was its fifth consecutive monthly increase and its highest level since May 2023.
WHY IT MATTERS
Germany is the largest European economy. Increased optimism may anticipate investment, hiring, and greater activity in manufacturing, services, and trade; but high energy costs still threaten companies' expenses.
AND FOR YOUR PORTFOLIO
For a diversified portfolio, this signal favors European companies linked to machinery, electrical equipment, and services if the recovery continues. The advance is not guaranteed: high energy costs may reduce their profits.
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“Germany is not yet accelerating, but its companies are starting to believe that the worst is behind them.”