Germany Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index Preliminary For June 43.4 Vs. 46.4 Est.; 45.5 Prior
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The preliminary Germany Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) for June came in at 43.4, significantly below the estimated 46.4 and the prior 45.5. This indicates a contraction in the manufacturing sector.
June 21, 2024 | 7:45 am
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The Vanguard FTSE Europe ETF (VGK) may be impacted by the lower-than-expected Germany Manufacturing PMI, as Germany is a significant component of the European economy.
The Vanguard FTSE Europe ETF (VGK) includes significant exposure to German equities. A contraction in Germany's manufacturing sector, as indicated by the lower-than-expected PMI, could negatively impact the ETF's performance in the short term.
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