Germany Factory Orders Beat Estimates

In October, German factory orders rose by 2.5%, surpassing forecasts by 2%. This indicates a recovery in Europe's largest economy, despite the Bundesbank lowering growth and inflation targets. Meanwhile, the US is expected to have added 230,000 jobs in November, with unemployment holding at 5.8%, the lowest since 2008. In France, a 49.99% stake in Toulouse's airport is being sold to a Chinese consortium for over €300 million, as part of a plan to sell €10 billion in state assets.

By how much did German factory orders exceed analysts' estimates in October?

• 2%

• 1%

• 0.5%

• 2.5%

What action did the Bundesbank take regarding Germany's economic outlook?

• Raised inflation targets

• Maintained current targets

• Cut growth and inflation targets

• Increased growth targets

How many jobs were the US economy expected to add in November according to estimates?

• 230,000

• 300,000

• 200,000

• 250,000

What is the projected unemployment rate in the US for November?

• 6.0%

• 5.9%

• 5.8%

• 5.7%

What percentage of the Toulouse-Blagnac Airport is France selling?

• 49.99%

• 75%

• 25%

• 51%