German Election: The potential economic impact and market reaction
The German election could lead to potential reforms of the government debt limit, immigration laws, and green energy transition policy. These likely shifts may provide…
Markets react to Germany’s surprise inflation climb to 11-month high
Germany's inflationary pressures resurged strongly in December, exceeding forecasts and reaching an 11-month high, with latest data signalling a persistent challenge for policymakers at the…
Could France be a riskier bet than Croatia? The bond market will have a say in 2025
French 10-year bond yields are climbing ever higher, showing a mounting concern for the country's finances. But does the current pricing spell trouble for the…
Volkswagen’s earnings disappoint as shares plunge to 24-year low
Volkswagen’s third-quarter earnings missed expectations, pushing shares to a 24-year low. Europe’s biggest automaker faces rising costs, restructuring expenses, and slowing demand, particularly in China.…
Germany’s economic sentiment improves, DAX index hits record highs
October's rise was driven by interest rate cut expectations and export optimism, despite a worsening current outlook. The DAX hit record highs, boosted by falling…
German business confidence tumbles: Why is the DAX index defying gravity?
Germany's business confidence slumped for the fourth straight month in September, but the DAX stock index is defying the economic gloom, nearing record highs. ADVERTISEMENTGermany's…
DAX may face pressure amid rising economic and political uncertainties
Germany's stock market has continued to reach new highs, buoyed by the easing monetary policies of global central banks. However, political and economic challenges may…
Germany’s economic sentiment takes a dramatic fall as outlook worsens
Germany's economic sentiment plunged to an 11-month low in September, with the ZEW index dropping sharply. Economic outlook worsened across key German industries, impacting the…
Germany’s business climate worsens in July: European stocks plunge
Germany's business sentiment worsened more than expected in July, marking the second consecutive monthly decline, bolstering fears that the Eurozone's largest economy is once again…
Germany approves draft 2025 budget: Debt brake saved, funds to Ukraine halved
The German government endorses a draft 2025 budget with €481 billion in spending, including €78 billion for investments. The budget allocates €75.3 billion for NATO's…
Germany’s economic sentiment slips more than expected: Is recovery at risk?
Germany's ZEW Economic Sentiment Index fell from 47.5 to 41.8 in July, missing forecasts and ending an eight-month of consecutive increases. Factors such as declining…
Germany’s sale of seized Bitcoin could be dampening BTC prices further
The German government seized a quantity of Bitcoin cryptocurrency from Movie2K, a film piracy website in January. Since it started selling off the confiscated bitcoin,…