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ZEW Indicator Rises at End of Year
In December 2025, expectations about Germany’s economic situation are increasing. The indicator has climbed to plus 45.8 points and is thus plus 7.3 points above the previous month’s reading. However, the assessments of the current economic situation have deteriorated slightly. The situation indicator for Germany is at minus 81.0 points, which means it has fallen minus 2.3 points below the value recorded in the previous month. “Expectations have become more positive. After three years of economic stagnation, chances for a recovery of the economy are good and this is reflected in the sentiment. The expansive ... (full story)
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