Germany's Bankruptcy Wave Sends Shock Ripples Through Two Key Equity ETFs

Germany is on course for the highest corporate insolvency count in more than a decade, raising fresh questions about the resilience of the nation's largest listed companies — and the ETFs that track them.

Benzinga • Dec 8, 2025

Germany Is Spending Big. 6 Stocks to Watch.

Some stocks that are likely to get a stimulus boost include Commerzbank, Volkswagen, and Siemens Energy.

Barrons • Dec 5, 2025

DAX: A Low Cost Option To Add German Large-Cap Exposure

The Global X DAX Germany ETF is overweight in cyclical sectors such as industrials, financials, materials, and consumer discretionary. After several years of lackluster growth, German GDP should finally rebound in 2026, boosting earnings at cyclical firms. Coupled with a high 0.70x retention ratio, this should allow for solid dividend growth as long as downside risks do not materialize.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 24, 2025

Ingredients are there for international markets to keep outperforming U.S., says Oakmark's Coniaris

Tony Coniaris, Oakmark co-CIO of international equities, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the role international equities play in diversification, the performance gap between the U.S. and abroad and much more.

CNBC Television • Oct 23, 2025

ETF Edge: Emerging markets having their moment and the latest trends in energy funds

After more than a decade of lackluster performance, established international and emerging markets are growing in popularity. What's driving this, and what could derail this investor enthusiasm?

CNBC Television • Aug 25, 2025

DAX: German Stocks Losing Momentum, But Support In Play

I maintain a buy rating on the DAX ETF, citing its attractive valuation and solid long-term uptrend, despite recent momentum loss. DAX offers efficient, diversified exposure to Germany's largest companies, with a low expense ratio and a notable P/E discount to the S&P 500. The ETF is concentrated in top holdings and cyclical sectors, so performance hinges on these stocks, especially during earnings season.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 5, 2025

Dax Index News: Forecast Hinges on US-EU Trade Talks and ECB Policy Signals

Optimism over a US-EU trade deal and strong bank earnings lift the DAX, but ECB caution and trade risks keep the forecast mixed.

FXEmpire • Jul 25, 2025

Germany's Economy Is Ready to Grow. The Market Loves It.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz predicts GDP growth next year after three stagnant years. His approval rating is up, and so are the markets.

Barrons • Jun 20, 2025

More investor interest in Europe and Germany in particular: Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs Bank Europe CEO Wolfgang Fink discusses the German economy and investor sentiment on the sidelines of the Goldman Sachs European Financials Conference in Berlin.

CNBC International TV • Jun 11, 2025

Is it time to pull out of high-flying German stocks?

German stocks have been on a tear in 2025, vastly outperforming both their European peers and U.S. counterparts. The DAX index, Germany's flagship benchmark, is up over 20% year-to-date, outshining the broader Stoxx 600, which has posted a more modest 8% gain.

Invezz • May 30, 2025