International Investors Turn Skeptical on France and Germany
International investors have turned increasingly skeptical towards Europe, particularly France and Germany, in recent months, according to Cornelius Riese, CEO of DZ Bank. The shift follows the IMF meeting in Washington in mid-October 2025, dampening the initial positive sentiment towards Germany in early summer.
The pessimistic outlook is not limited to Europe as a whole, but specifically targets France. Investors and global clients are viewing the region with growing skepticism. The initial optimism has given way to impatience, with investors now eagerly awaiting visible reforms and tangible investment projects in the world news.
The change in investor sentiment comes after the IMF meeting, with Europe, particularly France, now facing increased scrutiny. The patience of international investors is wearing thin as they anticipate concrete steps towards reform and investment opportunities on the Europe map.
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