16.12.202510:05:26UTC+00Germany Investor Morale Improves

The ZEW Indicator of Economic Sentiment for Germany experienced a significant increase, reaching 45.8 in December 2025, marking its highest level in five months. This figure reflects a notable improvement from November's 38.5 and surpasses the forecasted 38.5. Positive developments were observed in the automotive sector, which rose by 7.7 points to stand at -22, as well as in other export-reliant industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and metal production. "Expectations have grown more optimistic. After three years of economic stagnation, there are promising prospects for an economic recovery, as reflected in the sentiment. The expansionary fiscal policy is set to inject fresh impetus into the German economy. Nonetheless, the recovery remains delicate, with issues like ongoing trade disputes, geopolitical tensions, and the lack of investments expected to be focal points on the reform agenda for 2026," stated ZEW President Prof. Achim Wambach. Conversely, the measure of current conditions deteriorated to -81, its lowest level since May, dropping from -78.7 in April and contrasting with forecasts of -80.