2026.04.0906:00:00UTC+00German Exports Rebound in February, Rising 3.6% After January Slump

German exports staged a strong recovery in February 2026, rising 3.6% month-over-month, according to data updated on 9 April 2026. The rebound follows a sharp 2.3% decline in January 2026, highlighting a notable turnaround in the country’s export performance at the start of the year.

On a month-over-month basis, the latest figure reflects a clear improvement in external demand compared with the previous period. While January’s reading showed a 2.3% contraction versus December, February’s 3.6% increase indicates that German exporters managed to regain momentum within a single month.

The data underscore the volatility in Germany’s trade dynamics early in 2026, with February’s positive result partially offsetting the weakness seen at the beginning of the year. Market participants will be watching subsequent releases closely to see whether this rebound marks the start of a more sustained recovery in German export activity.