Europe and German Business News Update – August 8th 2025

Welcome to the infobrokerworld News Update, where we bring you the
latest insights from the German market…..

Today is August 8th 2025.

My Name is Ray Cooks the AI voice of the infobrokerworld Audio
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and here are today's top stories.

The German stock index DAX might soon see changes. Both Porsche and
Sartorius are at risk of dropping out, with Gea and Scout24 poised
to take their place based on market capitalization. Meanwhile,
Vonovia reports a significant profit boost, driven by rising rents
and property values.

Siemens Energy announces record order volumes, especially from the
U.S., as demand for power transmission and gas turbines grows. Over
in banking, Commerzbank delivers strong quarterly results and plans
stock buybacks—sending a clear signal to fend off potential
takeover attempts.

In fintech, DWP Bank acquires Lemon Markets to bolster digital
trading for local banks.

Turning to tech: OpenAI is reportedly aiming for a $500 billion
valuation, potentially making it the most valuable private tech
company in the world. China is showcasing its lead in humanoid
robotics, while Berlin-based Langfuse is gaining traction with AI
tools tailored for finance firms.

And in the pharma sector, despite positive forecasts, Bayer
struggles with investor confidence, while personal care brands
pivot to pharmacies to boost sales.

Goldman Sachs sees strong opportunities in emerging market bonds,
as interest rates are expected to ease.

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