European stocks rose as US President Donald Trump said he would move the imposition of 50% tariffs on EU goods to July 9 after a phone call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
26 May
DAX News
DAX index rises ahead of upcoming ECB meeting
As reported by TradingView, Germany's DAX index gained 0.27% on Wednesday ahead of the European Central Bank's (ECB) monetary policy meeting. The regulator is widely expected to cut its deposit rate by 25 basis points to 2.25%, with another similar move likely in June.
17 April
Investor confidence in Germany’s economy plummeted in April
Market confidence in Germany’s economy fell sharply as US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies could weigh on a budding GDP recovery. The ZEW research institute’s investor expectations index plunged from 51.6 in March to -14 in April.
16 April
German stocks rise sharply amid tentative tariff truce
On Thursday, the European Union announced a 90-day pause before imposing trade countermeasures against the United States. Following this announcement, Germany's DAX stock index rose 4.67% by the close of trading in Frankfurt.
11 April
The German stock index DAX 40 rose rapidly on Thursday, gaining 8.37%. The unexpected US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 90-day suspension of new duties on imports from dozens of countries, including the European Union, contributed to this.
10 April
German stocks plummet amid trade tensions
German equities started this week in the red as Donald Trump showed no signs of changing his decision on import duties that could lead to a global recession. The DAX was down 4.26% and hit a new three-month low on Monday at the close of trading in Frankfurt.
8 April
European stock market declined after China imposed retaliatory tariffs on US
European shares fell and the DAX index confirmed a correction as China's retaliation to sweeping US tariffs heightened investor concerns over a global recession. Besides, a gauge of euro zone stock market volatility surged 8.68 points to 34.2.
7 April
European stock markets extended their losses Thursday morning following US President Donald Trump’s stronger-than-expected trade tariffs announcements targeting dozens of trading partners, CNBC reports.
3 April
US investors poured a record $10.6 billion into exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on European equities in the first quarter of this year, according to BlackRock.
2 April
DAX rises as eurozone inflation cools
The DAX surged 1.7% on April 1, snapping a four-day losing streak, as Eurozone inflation cooled and business confidence improved. However, significant tariff risks persist. A potential 25% US levy on auto imports could stifle the DAX's momentum and severely impact German exporters.
2 April
Bloomberg: EU stocks rise faster than US amid trade fears
European stocks are outperforming US markets as transatlantic trade tensions grow, boosting the region's appeal to investors. The DAX 40 has surged 13% year-to-date, outpacing the volatile S&P 500 amid tariff concerns.
31 March
The DAX (Deutscher Aktienindex) Index is the main stock market indicator of Germany, which reflects the performance of the largest companies of the country. It represents 40 leading German corporations listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. The financial instrument is considered to be a key gauge of the economic health in the Federal Republic of Germany and the Eurozone.
Major factors that determine the value of DAX:
- Macroeconomic situation, represented by monetary policy decisions of the European Central Bank (ECB), inflation rate, GDP growth rate and employment figures. These data have a direct impact on investor sentiment and index movement.
- Financial statements reflecting the results of Germany's largest companies. High corporate profits support the growth of the index, while weak indicators can lead to a decrease in its rate.
- Political stability; economic policy of Germany and the EU, tax regulation, trade relations with other countries. Geopolitical risks and restrictive measures can also increase volatility in the market.
- Market sentiment, including the behavior of institutional investors, level of confidence in the fiscal system, and demand for risky assets. High interest in stocks of large companies contributes to the rise of this financial instrument.
- Technological progress, especially regarding the development of new technologies, impact of IT companies and their role in the economy.
A rise in the DAX indicates that investors are optimistic and confident, while a fall could be a warning sign of a potential recession or crisis.
This index is used for both long-term investing and short-term trading. To forecast its dynamics accurately, it is important to take into account macroeconomic statistics, corporate reporting, and global market trends.
