Ifo: German Export Outlook Remains Downbeat in December Amid Lack of 'Real Revival'

MT Newswires · 2d ago
04:16 AM EST, 12/18/2025 (MT Newswires) -- German export expectations indicator rose in December 2025, but exporters remain downbeat as they are expecting no "real revival" soon, ifo Institute said Thursday. The ifo barometer for export expectations moved up to -3.1 points in December, from -3.8 points in November, with positive developments seen in manufacturers of electronic and optical products, and beverage companies. Meanwhile, electrical equipment makers anticipate only a slight growth in overseas shipments. In contrast, exports are expected to fall in the automotive and mechanical engineering sectors, while the food industry projected a smaller decline than the previous month.