US EditionGerman Industrial Output Rose More than Expected in May
GERMANY, JUL 7 – Growth in May was led by automotive and energy sectors, with pharmaceutical output up 10%, despite looming US-EU tariff threats, Destatis reported a 1.2% production increase.
- In May 2025, output in Germany's industrial sector increased by 1.2 percent compared to April, fueled by strong performances in the automotive, pharmaceutical, and energy industries.
- The increase followed a downward adjustment to a 1.6 percent decline in April and took place amid continued trade disputes and a temporary suspension of US tariffs.
- Output between March and May exceeded that of the preceding quarter by 1.4 percent, with energy production experiencing a notable increase of 10.8 percent in May.
- ING analyst Carsten Brzeski noted that the data suggests the recent industrial upturn is likely driven by factors beyond just customers accelerating orders to circumvent tariffs.
- The rebound signals potential momentum for German manufacturing, but future growth depends on trade developments and geopolitical uncertainties.
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German companies increased their production in May.
·Germany
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Especially in the car industry, in the pharmaceutical and energy sector, there was strong growth in May. The three-month comparison also shows an upward trend. Overall, however, production is still well below pre-crisis levels.
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Under tricky conditions, German industry continues to grow. Despite threatening US tariffs, the companies are producing more in May than in April. Should the major trade war fail and the government's investment program spark, there is hope for a sustainable recovery.
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