German Exports Surge Beyond Expectations Amid US Market Revival

German exports experienced an unexpected rise in September due to increased shipments to the United States. Exports rose by 1.4%, surpassing analyst predictions. However, exports remain below March 2025 levels due to previous US tariffs. Imports also increased, with the trade balance showing a reduced surplus compared to the previous year.

German exports outperformed forecasts in September, driven by a resurgence in shipments to the United States. Official data released on Friday revealed a 1.4% rise in exports, outstripping analysts' expectations of a modest 0.5% increase.

This uptick marks the first increase in exports to the US after five declines, despite still lagging behind March 2025 levels before the tariff upheaval initiated by then-President Donald Trump. Imports rose by 3.1% on a seasonally adjusted basis, indicating growing foreign demand.

The trade balance registered a surplus of 15.3 billion euros, a decline from the previous year's 18 billion euros. Exports to EU countries climbed by 2.5%, while shipments to China and imports from China both fluctuated amid ongoing tariff tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)