German economic output rose unexpectedly in the third quarter of 2024, according to the Monthly Report. However, none of the key demand components currently give any cause to expect a marked recovery in the short term. “The industrial sector is faced with a difficult environment and is under high pressure to adapt,” the economists write. In addition, the labour market is becoming increasingly gloomy owing to the protracted bout of economic weakness.

Die Jahreswachstumsrate des weit gefassten Geldmengenaggregats M3 erhöhte sich im November 2024 auf 3,8 % nach 3,4 % im Oktober. In den drei Monaten bis November betrug sie durchschnittlich 3,5 %. 

The Deutsche Bundesbank focuses its collecting activities mainly on painting, works on paper and sculptures from the German-speaking countries.

The Deutsche Bundesbank holds exhibitions of contemporary art in the entrance hall of its Central Office in Frankfurt am Main.