UK Retail Sales Show Modest Improvement in February 2025
In February 2025, the UK Retail Sales Volume Index showed a slight recovery, reaching -23 compared to -24 in January. This figure surpassed market expectations of -25, suggesting a minor rebound. However, this modest improvement wasn’t enough to overcome the...
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Germany’s Economic Recession in Q4 2024: Why It Matters
Germany’s economy faced a setback in the fourth quarter of 2024, shrinking by 0.2% compared to the previous quarter. Germany’s Economic Recession matched initial estimates and followed modest growth of 0.1% in Q3. But what exactly caused this downturn, and...
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Eurozone Inflation Hits New High in January 2025
The eurozone began 2025 with a notable economic shift as inflation rose to 2.5 percent in January, the highest level since July 2024. This increase, mainly driven by soaring energy costs, has drawn attention from economists, investors, and policymakers. But...
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Germany’s Ifo Business Climate Index Holds Steady in 2025
In February 2025, Germany’s Ifo Business Climate Index remained unchanged at 85.2, matching January’s revised figure and falling short of market expectations of 85.8. This stagnant reading reflects persistent uncertainty in Europe’s largest economy, driven by political and global trade...
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Germany’s Manufacturing PMI Shows Signs of Recovery in 2025
Germany’s manufacturing sector is showing early signs of recovery, as the HCOB Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 46.1 in February 2025. This marks an increase from 45.0 in January, surpassing market expectations of 45.5 and reaching its highest...
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