The DAX 40 experienced a rebound on Friday, climbing 0.8% above 24,500 after a three-day losing streak. Investor attention centered on earnings reports and German economic releases, which included inflation, unemployment, and GDP data. Despite the positive movement on Friday, the DAX is still on track for a weekly loss and a slight decline for January overall, reflecting a volatile month for the market.
- DAX 40 rose 0.8% to surpass 24,500.
- Adidas shares jumped 6% after reporting a 13% increase in 2025 revenues.
- Adidas announced a new share buyback program of up to €1 billion.
- Puma (+2.7%), SAP (3.5%), Commerzbank (2.1%), and Deutsche Bank (1.6%) also advanced.
- The DAX is on track for a 2% weekly loss.
- January overall decline stands at 0.4%.
The observed movements suggest a market reacting to specific corporate announcements and macroeconomic indicators. Strong performance from individual companies like Adidas, buoyed by positive revenue projections and shareholder-friendly initiatives, can positively influence the broader index. However, the overall monthly decline indicates underlying market uncertainty and potential headwinds that may continue to affect performance despite individual successes.