German Factory Orders Beat Forecasts with 0.6% Growth in April

Germany’s Factory Orders Jump 0.6% in April, Defy Market Forecasts

Published: Thursday, June 5, 2025 | Source: Tredu.com Economic Desk

Germany’s manufacturing sector continued its rebound in April, with factory orders rising by 0.6% month-over-month (MoM), according to official data released on Thursday. The latest numbers surprised economists, who had forecast a 1.0% decline.

This comes after a revised 3.4% surge in March, reinforcing signs of momentum in Germany’s industrial production.

Year-over-Year Growth Also Accelerates

• April YoY factory orders: +4.8%
• March revised YoY growth: +3.7%

The 4.8% annual increase highlights improving demand for German-manufactured goods, supporting the broader economic outlook despite recent Eurozone uncertainty.

Sector Resilience Amid Global Challenges

Germany's export-driven manufacturing base appears to be regaining stability, even amid:

• Lingering supply chain disruptions
• High energy costs
• Global geopolitical uncertainty

The better-than-expected factory order data supports optimism for a modest industrial rebound in Q2 2025.

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Conclusion: A Positive Signal for German Industry

With April’s surprise upside in factory orders, Germany’s manufacturing sector appears to be firmly on the path to recovery. If momentum continues, it may lend support to Eurozone growth expectations heading into the second half of 2025.