The past week in the MDAX was characterized by an overall weak performance of many medium-sized companies. The analysis of the winners and losers provides important insights into the current market development of the German index for medium-sized enterprises.
Overview: MDAX Winners and Losers Week 21/25
Period:
16.05.2025 to 23.05.2025
Basis: Xetra price values
The Biggest Losers of the Week
The following are the main losers of the MDAX in week 21:
- freenet: -14.75 %
- Carl Zeiss Meditec: -7.57 %
- Delivery Hero: -6.82 %
- Aroundtown SA: -6.24 %
- LANXESS: -6.08 %
These values show a significant weakness among several industry leaders in telecommunications, medical technology, delivery services, real estate, and the chemical industry.
Other Notable Developments
While the stocks mentioned above saw significant declines, there are also other sources with somewhat differing data regarding the losers. For example, Gerresheimer, Jenoptik, and TUI AG reported significant losses in other rankings, which are based on different time frames and are not directly comparable.
Overall Index Development
The MDAX itself showed a slightly positive picture on a weekly basis with an increase of around +1.99 %. However, there were also phases during the trading week with notable setbacks for individual stocks.
Conclusion for Investors
The development in the MDAX shows a clear differentiation between individual sectors and companies. Telecommunications stocks like freenet suffered massive losses, with companies like LANXESS and Delivery Hero also experiencing setbacks. Despite the significant losses of some stocks, the overall index remained stable.
For private investors, broad diversification is still advisable, as individual stocks can exhibit significant fluctuations despite a stable index environment. Risk-averse investors should not only focus on the overall index but also follow individual company news.
Summary Table: Top Losers in the MDAX Week 21/25
| Rank | Company | Price Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | freenet | –14.75 |
| 49 | Carl Zeiss Meditec | –7.57 |
| 48 | Delivery Hero | –6.82 |
| 47 | Aroundtown SA | –6.24 |
| 46 | LANXESS | –6.08 |
Source: Finanzen.net