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Germany Sees Unexpected 1.5% Rise in New Orders

12/5/2025

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In December 2025, Germany reported a 1.5% rise in new orders, led by transport equipment, according to Destatis.
Analysts expected a 0.5% increase.
The previous month's figure was revised up to 2%.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government is pushing a defense and infrastructure spending initiative.
Economist Jens-Oliver Niklasch warned that confidence remains low, with the government forecasting 0.2% growth for the year.

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In December 2025, Germany reported a 1.5% rise in new orders, led by transport equipment, according to Destatis.
Analysts expected a 0.5% increase.
The previous month's figure was revised up to 2%.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government is pushing a defense and infrastructure spending initiative.
Economist Jens-Oliver Niklasch warned that confidence remains low, with the government forecasting 0.2% growth for the year.