German Industrial Output Rises 2 Percent in August
German industrial production increased more than expected in August by rising 2.0 percent from the previous month. The growth was driven by a surge in construction and machinery production despite ongoing supply chain challenges.
Germany's industrial production rose 2.0% in August, beating forecasts and rebounding from a revised 1.2% drop in July. The increase marks the strongest monthly gain since March 2025, defying supply chain hurdles caused by low river levels. Stronger construction and machinery output offset ongoing weakness in the automotive sector, signaling resilience in Europe's largest economy.
