Germany: Orders surge while construction set to rebound – Deutsche Bank
|Deutsche Bank analysts note a strong upside surprise in German manufacturing orders, up 7.8% MoM on defence and transport-related demand, with underlying orders ex‑large items also rising. Construction PMIs weakened on bad weather, but healthy order books suggest a spring rebound. Industrial production fell in December, especially in autos and machinery, though defence-related output provided some offset.
Defence-led orders versus weather hit
"Germany's new manufacturing orders provided a significant upside surprise, surging 7.8% MoM."
"The underlying trend also showed strength, with orders excluding large items still rising by a healthy 1% MoM."
"In contrast, the construction sector showed a temporary slowdown, with the January PMI reading falling to 44.7."
"The outlook for the sector remains positive, however, as order intake is reported to be healthy."
"This suggests a rebound in construction activity can be expected in the spring months as weather conditions improve."
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