Economic data for the eurozone shows mixed results, with Germany's economic sentiment improving significantly while the trade surplus declines. Germany's ZEW index rose to 51.6 points, the highest since January 2023, driven by positive fiscal policy signals. However, the eurozone's trade surplus shrank drastically to €1bn in January 2025, influenced by weaker machinery and vehicle performance. Despite this, exports to the US increased sharply as businesses prepare for potential tariffs from the Trump administration, while trade with China worsened. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)