# German business calls for stable US trade ties after midterms

https://mins.news/en/item/129042

- DW, 2026-11-04 12:58 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-commerce-chief-calls-for-stable-us-trade-relations-after-midterms-warning-that-uncertainty-over-trump-s-tariff-policies-remains/live-79854127?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> German business leaders are seeking more predictable US trade policy after Republicans lost control of both chambers of Congress. Confidence in Germany’s auto industry rose to its highest level since mid-2024, though experts say uncertainty and major challenges remain. Housing group Vonovia criticized Berlin’s proposed public takeover of large private housing portfolios.

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