Summary | The drop was unexpected, as economists had forecast
the index would rise to 40 points. The current value, however,
was higher than historical average of 23.7 points. Industrial
output in Europe's largest economy fell by 1 percent in May.
Exports to other countries dropped by 2.4 percent. Private
consumption was considered as the main growth engine. ...
en.ce.cn | 03 January 2015