Published on
22/05/2026 - 15:31 GMT+2
Germany's closely watched ifo Business Climate Index increased to 84.9 points in May from 84.5 in April, according to data released on Friday.
The ifo Business Climate Index is a highly regarded early indicator of economic developments in Germany, published on a monthly basis by the Munich-based ifo Institute for Economic Research.
Economists had expected sentiment to weaken slightly as higher energy prices and geopolitical uncertainty continue to weigh on Europe's industrial sector.
