Economics
German Factories Feed Unexpected Rise in Industrial Output
- Production rose 0.3% on month; factory orders registered drop
- ECB’s Draghi has said it’s ‘high time’ for fiscal policy
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A jump in manufacturing fueled a surprise improvement in German industrial production following two months of decline. While good news, the development will do little to alleviate concerns about intensifying trade tensions and waning business confidence.