Expectations about Germany’s economic situation increase slightly in October 2025, settling at plus 39.3 points and thereby exceeding the reading of the previous month by plus 2.0 points. In contrast, assessments of the current economic situation continue to follow a negative trend. The situation indicator for Germany is minus 80.0 points, which translates into a decline of minus 3.6 points compared to the previous month’s value. “Experts are still hoping for an upturn in the medium term. Despite persistent global uncertainties and the lack of clarity regarding the implementation of the state investment programme, ... (full story)