Goldman Sachs
May 28, 2026
Euro Area Data Update
Market ReportMacro Economic IndicatorsIndustrialsConsumer Discretionary
The report highlights a rebound in German construction and resilient Euro area car registrations, though French consumer confidence remains weak.
Key Takeaways
- 1.German construction activity rebounded in March, supported by civil engineering and fiscal policy, following weather-related weakness in early 2024.
- 2.French consumer confidence continues to soften, currently trending 1.6 standard deviations below its long-run average.
- 3.Euro area car registrations are showing resilience, moving sideways in April despite the impact of high energy prices and interest rates.
Table of Contents
- BOTTOM LINE
- MAIN POINTS
- European Economics Team
- Disclosure Appendix
- Reg AC
- Disclosures
- Global product; distributing entities
- General disclosures
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Authors
Giovanni PierdomenicoSven Jari Stehn
Themes
Economic ResilienceConstruction Sector Recovery
Regions
EuropeGermanyFranceItaly
