Keyword: Economy
US Manufacturing in June 2026
USA with an increase of 36.0% in order intake
HERMLE 2026 on an expansion course
The machine factory Berthold HERMLE AG has developed well in the first five months of 2026.
Order intake mechanical engineering April 2026
For the machinery and plant engineering sector in Germany, April showed a mixed picture. Foreign demand is positive, while domestic demand is declining. Political action is needed to create better conditions at the location in Germany.
US Manufacturing in February 2026
The dynamics of machine demand from the end of 2025 in US manufacturing technology continues in the first two months of 2026
Order intake in mechanical engineering in February 2026
The order intake in mechanical engineering has once again declined in February, and the mood of the companies is deteriorating. However, hope for a timid economic recovery remains.
Order intake in mechanical engineering in January 2026
The start of the year was disappointing, with mechanical engineering recording a 6 percent decrease in orders in January. The war in the Gulf region brings new uncertainty and burdens.
Order intake mechanical engineering 2025
The mechanical engineering industry in Germany ended the year 2025 with zero growth in the order books. Overall, the mood in the sector has recently brightened slightly.
US Manufacturing in December 2025
Orders in US Manufacturing Technology reach record high in December 2025
VDW Annual Press Conference 2026
Statement from the Association of German Machine Tool Manufacturers (VDW) on the situation of the German machine tool industry. Franz-Xaver Bernhard, the chairman of the VDW, speaks of technological leadership, economic policy reforms with speed and clear priorities.
"Europe must not be blackmailed!"
Statement by VDMA President Bertram Kawlath on the tariff threat from US President Trump