WS Investor
24 Jun 2026, 09:31
Germany's June Ifo survey showed improving confidence among businesses, driven by a stronger assessment of current conditions, although expectations for the future remained cautious.
The Ifo Current Assessment Index rose to 87.0 from 86.1 in May, beating forecasts of 86.0. The improvement suggests German companies are seeing better business conditions in the present, consistent with recent signs that the country's manufacturing sector has stabilized after a prolonged downturn.
Meanwhile, the Ifo Business Expectations Index increased slightly to 84.1 from 83.9 but missed expectations of 85.0. While businesses became marginally more optimistic about the months ahead, confidence remains relatively subdued, reflecting ongoing concerns about economic growth, global trade conditions, and domestic demand.
The Ifo Current Assessment Index rose to 87.0 from 86.1 in May, beating forecasts of 86.0. The improvement suggests German companies are seeing better business conditions in the present, consistent with recent signs that the country's manufacturing sector has stabilized after a prolonged downturn.
Meanwhile, the Ifo Business Expectations Index increased slightly to 84.1 from 83.9 but missed expectations of 85.0. While businesses became marginally more optimistic about the months ahead, confidence remains relatively subdued, reflecting ongoing concerns about economic growth, global trade conditions, and domestic demand.