The DAX in May 2025 showed a mixed performance, revealing both winners and losers. Below, we take a look at the biggest changes within the DAX 40 this month.
Biggest Losers
May 2025 was challenging for some DAX companies. The biggest losers included:
- Sartorius vz: With a loss of -7.09%, Sartorius vz topped the losers’ list.
- Merck: Merck’s stocks dropped by -5.25%.
- Munich Reinsurance Company: This stock fell by -5.02%.
General DAX Performance
The DAX showed an impressive increase of +20.7% until May 20, 2025. At the end of the month, the index stood at about 23,997.48 points, which indicated a slight increase compared to the previous month. Forecasts suggest a continued positive development for the rest of the year, with moderate changes in the following months.
In summary, May 2025 was characterized by mixed results on an individual stock level for the DAX, while the overall index maintained a positive trend.