German industrial production rose far more than expected in October, according to official data released on Monday.
The federal statistics office reported that industrial output increased by 1.8% from the previous month. Analysts surveyed by Reuters had only expected a 0.4% rise, making the result a notable upside surprise.
However, the broader trend still shows some weakness. In the latest three-month comparison, production was 1.5% lower between August and October than in the prior three-month period. This measure is considered less volatile and offers a clearer view of underlying momentum.
The statistics office also revised its September data. Production for that month rose by 1.1% instead of the previously estimated 1.3%, following a routine adjustment.
Year-on-year results showed a modest improvement. After calendar adjustments, industrial output in October 2025 was 0.8% higher than in October 2024.
Separately, German industrial orders increased by 1.5% from the previous month on a seasonally and calendar-adjusted basis, the statistics office said on Friday.
