25.05.2025

DAX Performance in Week 21: Profitable Opportunities and Risks

DAX Performance Week 21

In the 21st week of the year 2025, the DAX showed a mixed performance, influenced by various issues in the German stock market. Here are some of the main developments and the performance of individual stocks:

Overall Market

  • DAX Performance Index: The DAX Performance Index closed on May 23, 2025, at 23,629.58 points, which corresponds to a decline of 1.54%.
  • Yearly Performance: The DAX has achieved a positive yearly performance of around +19.38% up to the 21st week of 2025.

Winners and Losers

Losers:

  • Volkswagen (VW): With a decline of -9.09%, VW was one of the biggest losers in Week 21.
  • Porsche: Porsche lost -8.57% and was also among the losers.
  • Sartorius vz: Sartorius recorded a decrease of -6.02%.
  • Brenntag SE: Brenntag SE fell by -5.84%.
  • Siemens Healthineers: Siemens Healthineers lost -5.75%.

Market Analysis

  • Bull Market: The DAX was in an intact bull market, with the bulls continuing the medium-term upward trend and reaching a new all-time high in 2025.
  • Order Flow: The volume of bulls continued to be below the average of recent years, indicating that an increased volume of bears could impulsively push the DAX down if they become stronger.

Outlook

  • Short- and Medium-Term: The DAX is viewed positively in the short- and medium-term, as long as the support at around 21,930 points is not broken.
  • Long-Term: Long-term, the DAX remains positive as long as the mark of approximately 18,923.40 points on a monthly basis is not undercut.

Overall, the performance of the DAX in Week 21 offers both opportunities and risks for private investors. The development of individual stocks can provide hints about future market developments and should be taken into account when making investment decisions.