The overall index rises slightly to 28.2 points. The situation index and expectations show little change in the previous month. Last month, the German and US data were disappointing. There are moderate counter-movements in both regions this month. All other world regions remain on a growth path. In Japan the situation is strikingly upward and reaches the highest value since summer 2007.

In September 2017, the Euroland economy continues to perform well. The overall index rises slightly to 28.2 points. Location and expectations have hardly changed.

The decline in German index values in the last month has been partly corrected (+1). However, the sentix inves-tors do not share the same optimism, as it is reflected in the ifo index.

The sentix economic index is also improving slightly in the US, but it's still not an all-clear signal. On the other hand, the other world regions are strong. Above all, Japan is in the best position since summer 2007. The recover-ies in Eastern Europe and Latin America are progressing slowly.