Germany’s GDP at 0.8% in 3Q17: Will It Raise Investor Sentiment?
According to a report by the Federal Statistical Office, Germany’s GDP growth rate was 0.8% in the third quarter of 2017 compared to 0.6% growth in the second quarter of 2017.
Nov. 28 2017, Updated 10:33 a.m. ET
Germany’s GDP at 0.8% in 3Q17
According to a report by the Federal Statistical Office, Germany’s GDP growth rate was 0.8% in the third quarter of 2017 compared to 0.6% growth in the second quarter of 2017. It met the market expectation of 0.8% growth.
The improvement in economic growth in 3Q17 was mainly driven by stronger foreign investments and foreign trade. Household consumption and government spending are also gradually improving in Germany (EWG) (DAX-INDEX). On a quarterly basis, exports rose 1.7% in 3Q17 compared to a 1% rise in 2Q17.
However, investments in machinery and equipment rose 1.5% in 3Q17 compared to a 3.3% rise in 2Q17. Government spending remained flat in 3Q17. On a yearly basis, Germany’s GDP growth was 2.8% in 3Q17 compared to 2.3% growth in 2Q17.
Economic impact
As economic growth in Germany gradually picks up, it could be a positive indicator both for the Eurozone (N100-INDEX) (EZU) (VGK) and for Germany. The quarterly economic growth of the Eurozone is also improving. Improving fundamentals in these economies could accelerate investor sentiment in the near term.
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