Confidence in German economy surges as parliament approves huge spending plan - MarketWatch
1. Germany proposes €1 trillion funding plan for infrastructure and defense. 2. Investor confidence surged; ZEW index rose to 51.6, highest since February 2022. 3. Rheinmetall (RHM) shares up 131% in 2025, driven by defense spending boost. 4. Germany's stock market reached record highs amid expectations of economic growth. 5. Fiscal policy changes may enhance growth outlook for manufacturing and defense sectors.