GfK: consumer sentiment improved in Germany in December

Contrary to expectations, last month’s consumer sentiment in Germany improved slightly, according to a December survey by the GfK Economic Research Institute.

The December consumer sentiment index increased by 0.1 points to 9.7 points from the previous month’s 9.6 points, which is a 3-year low. The market expected 9.6 points in November, the same as in November. The November index decreased by 0.2 points, compared to the previous month. (MTI)