Think tank sees 'first signs of recovery' for German economy

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2026-02-23

Munich (dpa) - Sentiment among German businesses improved more than expected in February, a leading think tank said on Monday amid the "first signs of recovery" for the economy. The business climate index of the Munich-based ifo Institute rose by one point to 88.6 points, up from 87.6 points in January. Economists had expected sentiment to improve to 88.3 points. "Companies were more satisfied with their current business situation," ifo President......

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