German industrial output rises more than expected in August
EWG•German industrial production rose 2% month over month in August, above analysts’ 0.5% forecast, led by 9.3% growth in construction.
1. Production gains
Industrial production rose 2% in August from the previous month, compared with analysts’ forecast of a 0.5% increase. The statistics office said growth was driven by a 9.3% rise in construction, particularly specialised construction and finishing trades, as well as machinery and equipment manufacturing.
2. Other comparisons
Production was 0.4% higher in June-August than in the previous three months. Adjusted for calendar effects, it rose 2.3% from August 2025. July’s decline was revised to 1.2% from 1.1%.
