In January, Germany's business climate showed mixed results with a slight improvement in current conditions but a decline in expectations, which hit a yearly low. The ifo Business Climate index rose to 85.1, while the Expectations index fell to 84.2. The ifo Institute urged policymakers to address regulatory burdens and advocated for market-based solutions. Concerns over international trade were raised due to potential US tariffs. Additionally, a significant market decline was triggered by China's AI advancements, impacting semiconductor stocks. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)