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German firms in China show increased optimism for economic growth

A survey by the German Chamber of Commerce in China indicates a significant uptick in optimism among German firms operating in China. Despite ongoing geopolitical challenges like the Iran war and US-China trade tensions, a majority of companies anticipate economic improvement, increased turnover, and higher profits in the coming months. Investment plans are also on the rise, with a notable percentage of firms looking to expand their presence in China. AI

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German firms in China show increased optimism for economic growth

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Karen Tian ·

    German firms in China more upbeat about economy despite Iran war, trade headwinds: survey

    German companies in China have grown more optimistic about the country’s economic outlook, even as the Iran war and persistent trade tensions continue to weigh on their operations, according to the German Chamber of Commerce in China. In a survey released on Tuesday, the chamber …