DAX Weekly Review KW 22: Overview of Winners and Losers
In calendar week 22 of the year 2025, the DAX faced various influential factors that affected the performance of the stocks. Here is an overview of the winners and losers as well as the relevant developments that affect private investors, savers, and retail investors.
Winners in the DAX
- Rheinmetall: With a performance of +5.85%, Rheinmetall was the biggest winner in the DAX in KW 22. This is primarily due to the increased demand for defense stocks.
- Qiagen NV Registered Shs: Qiagen NV showed a strong performance with an increase of +5.75% and was among the top winners of the week.
Losers in the DAX
- Porsche Automobil vz: With a decline of -3.78%, Porsche was one of the biggest losers of the week.
- Heidelberg Materials: Heidelberg Materials recorded a loss of -3.66% and was also among the losers.
- Sartorius vz: Sartorius vz had to accept a decline of -2.72%.
- Fresenius Medical Care (FMC) St: Fresenius Medical Care lost -2.19% and was also among the losers of the week.
Relevant Developments
- Interest Rate Hopes and Corporate Figures: The DAX initially benefited from hopes of interest rate cuts and stable corporate figures, leading to a rise above the mark of 24,000 points.
- Trade Conflicts: The threat from Donald Trump to impose tariffs on EU goods led to uncertainties and a decline in the DAX. Export stocks and tech shares were particularly affected.
- Global Economy: The global economy also provided tailwind, especially for defense and industrial stocks.
These developments had varying impacts on private investors, savers, and retail investors. While some stocks strongly increased, others suffered from uncertainties in the market. It is important to pay attention to such developments to make informed investment decisions.