Stocks on the DAX index hit a peak during midday, with the ZEW index showing unexpected strength.
The Frankfurt Stock Exchange, along with the European stock market, is currently experiencing a downturn, driven by economic fears and trade tensions. The DAX index, the primary index of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, dropped 2.66% to approximately 13,210 points on August 1, 2025, marking a return to late June levels and a weekly loss of 3.3%.
This market decline is influenced by weaker forecasts from companies, trade tensions following new US tariffs on EU imports, and disappointing US economic data, which have dampened investor sentiment.
In this challenging market environment, some stocks have shown resilience. Bayer, HeidelbergCement, and Henkel were leading the gainers list on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange at midday. Henkel's share price, in particular, has seen an increase.
However, other companies have not been as fortunate. HeidelbergCement's share price has increased but remains at the bottom of the gainers list, reflecting broader market weakness and tariff concerns. Similarly, MTU, Continental, and Deutsche Bank were at the bottom of the gainers list at midday. Deutsche Bank’s strategist Ulrich Stephan commented positively on the recent tariff agreement but warned that continued tariff discussions could maintain pressure.
The European common currency is currently trading slightly stronger, with one euro costing 1.1885 US dollars (+0.15 percent).
For more detailed or updated individual stock performance data, checking real-time quotes or company-specific reports on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange website or financial news platforms could provide the latest insights. It's worth noting that while specific daily stock changes for Bayer, Henkel, MTU, Continental, and Deutsche Bank were not explicitly detailed in the search results for the exact current date, the general falling trend and forecast cuts imply they are likely impacted alongside the broader market.
Other industries, such as the finance and business sectors, are also affected by this market downturn. Trade tensions and economic fears have caused a ripple effect, impacting companies beyond the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
Despite the broader market weakness, some companies, like Henkel, have shown resilience, while others, like Deutsche Bank, continue to face pressure due to ongoing tariff discussions.
