德国4月工业订单环比增长0.6%

Core Insights - Germany's industrial orders increased by 0.6% month-on-month in April 2025, marking the second consecutive month of growth, contrary to expert expectations of a 1.5% decline [1] - Domestic orders rose by 2.2%, while foreign orders decreased by 0.3%, with orders from the Eurozone increasing by 0.5% and those from outside the Eurozone declining by 0.9% [1] - The main drivers of the order growth were in the data processing equipment and electronic and optical products sectors, which saw a significant increase of 21.5% in new orders compared to March [1] Industry Analysis - The manufacturing of other transportation equipment (including aircraft, ships, trains, and military vehicles) and metal products also contributed positively to the overall growth [1] - Conversely, the electrical equipment manufacturing, machinery manufacturing, and pharmaceutical sectors negatively impacted the overall data [1] - Economic experts view the April industrial order growth as a positive signal, although caution remains due to ongoing trade policy uncertainties and low business confidence [2]