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Germany's VDMA says German Machinery expects fell 0.8% Y/Y in H1'26; Geopolitical crises, tariffs, and weak demand in certain countries are collectively weighing on foreign trade in the machinery sector

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Germany's VDMA reported an 0.8% drop in H1 2026 machinery exports due to geopolitical crises, tariffs, and weak demand, while emphasizing the importance of free trade and EU markets.

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Free trade agreements and a strong EU single market remain important.

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Germany's VDMA says German Machinery expects fell 0.8% Y/Y in H1'26; Geopolitical crises, tariffs, and weak demand in certain countries are collectively weighing on foreign trade in the machinery sector

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