Germany’s Ifo Business Climate Index climbed to 88.6 in February 2026, its highest level since August 2025 and slightly above market expectations of 88.4, signaling improving momentum in Europe’s largest economy. The gauge of current conditions rose to 86.7 from 85.7, while the expectations component advanced to 90.5 from 89.6, reflecting growing optimism about the months ahead.
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German Business Climate Hits Six-Month High
Germany’s Ifo Business Climate Index climbed to 88.6 in February 2026, its highest level since August 2025 and slightly above market expectations of 88.4, signaling improving momentum in Europe’s largest economy. The gauge of current conditions rose to 86.7 from 85.7, while the expectations component advanced to 90.5 from 89.6, reflecting growing optimism about the months ahead.