The DAX Performance in calendar week 18 (25.04.–02.05.2025) showed mixed results with clear winners and losers, influenced by economic uncertainties and company-specific factors.
Top Losers in the DAX 40
- Zalando: With a decline of -5.21 %, the online fashion retailer topped the losers’ list.
- adidas: The sports goods manufacturer lost -4.75 %, possibly due to margin pressure or sales difficulties.
- Porsche: The car manufacturer recorded a loss of -3.99 %, potentially indicating industry challenges such as supply chain issues.
- Münchener Rück: The insurance group fell by -3.88 %, possibly influenced by risk assessments in the reinsurance business.
Market Context and Influencing Factors
According to analyses, the DAX benefited from overcoming technical resistances at 21,513 points as well as the “RED-ZONE” between 21,930 and 22,117 points. At the same time, global uncertainties had an impact:
- The US economy unexpectedly shrank by 0.3 % in Q1/2025, which intensified global economic concerns.
- European markets such as the CAC 40 (+0.4 %) and FTSE 100 (+0.1 %) remained stable – an indication of selective risk appetite behavior.
Relevant Company News
Although the mentioned companies do not have specific announcements in the sources, the price movements indicate sectoral weaknesses: Fashion retail (Zalando), consumer goods (adidas), and the automotive industry (Porsche) may have suffered from demand collapse caused by inflation or interest burdens.
For private investors, the week underscores the importance of broad diversification and monitoring macroeconomic data – especially amidst ongoing volatility due to interest rate decisions and recession risks.