German debt securities net sales reach €75.2 billion in May
The Bundesbank reported high net sales of debt securities in Germany for May 2026, totaling €75.2 billion. Domestic debt securities accounted for €49.2 billion of this total.
Public sector drives debt issuance
Germany recorded robust net sales of debt securities totaling €75.2 billion in May 2026, a substantial increase from April's €17.0 billion.
Domestic debt securities were the main contributor, with net sales of €49.2 billion.
The public sector, led by the federal government, issued €37.7 billion in debt, with the Bund accounting for €33.8 billion.
Foreign debt securities also saw significant activity, reaching €25.9 billion.
Mixed picture for other securities
Net sales of shares in Germany reached €2.9 billion in May 2026.
Investment fund units also recorded positive net sales, totaling €22.5 billion, with domestic and foreign units contributing €11.2 billion and €11.3 billion respectively.
The total acquisition of securities by investors, both domestic and foreign, matched the overall sales figures for the month.