German business sentiment flat as 2026 starts 'with little momentum'

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2026-01-26

Munich (dpa) - Sentiment among German businesses failed to improve at the start of the year as forecasts on economic recovery this year remain subdued, according to a survey by a leading think thank published on Monday. The closely-watched monthly business climate index of the Munich-based ifo Institute remained unchanged at 87.6 points in January. Analysts had expected an increase to 88.2 points. While businesses were slightly more optimistic re......

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