Overview

• March 2025 orders for the German electronics industry rose by 11.6% year-on-year, with domestic orders up 21.2% and foreign orders increasing by 5.1%.
• First-quarter order intake improved by 3.2% compared to the same period in 2024, signaling a partial recovery from last year’s downturn.
• March revenue reached €20 billion, a 4.5% increase from the previous year, though first-quarter revenue slightly declined to €54.1 billion.
• ZVEI forecasts a 2% production drop for 2025, reflecting ongoing challenges despite recent order growth.
• Erratic U.S. trade policy is cited as a key factor undermining export expectations and dampening business confidence.