Report published August 25, 2026
German Ifo Index Signals Economic Resilience: August 2026 ING Report
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- August 25, 2026
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Authors / editors: Carsten Brzeski (Global Head of Macro)
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Germany's Ifo business climate index increased to 88.8 in August from 86.6 in July, marking its fourth consecutive monthly rise and a one-year high. Supported by growth above potential in H1 and recovering order books, the German economy is on track for its best growth performance since 2022 despite ongoing external risks.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The German Ifo index rose for the fourth consecutive month to 88.8 in August from 86.6 in July, reaching a one-year high.
- 2.Despite severe headwinds—including low river water levels, Middle East conflict, and potential gas price shocks—the German economy is tracking its best annual growth performance since 2022.
- 3.Infrastructure investments and fiscal stimulus are starting to reach the real economy, while recovering order books indicate positive momentum in manufacturing.
Table of Contents
- German Ifo index is more evidence of the economy’s resilience
- On track for the best growth performance since 2022
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Low water in Germany’s main transportation waterways is another threat to industrial supply chains and production
| Metric | Estimate | Context |
|---|---|---|
| German Ifo Index | 88.8 index points | Increased from 86.6 in July, marking the fourth consecutive monthly increase and reaching a one-year high. |
| German Ifo Index | 86.6 index points | Prior month reading before increasing to 88.8 in August. |
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- German Ifo Index: 88.8 index points (August 2026) · Source: Ifo Institute
- German Ifo Index: 86.6 index points (July 2026) · Source: Ifo Institute
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