German consumers positive despite Ukraine crisis

Published May 26, 2014 7:06am ET



BERLIN (AP) — A closely-watched survey shows German consumers remain optimistic despite the crisis in Ukraine, with increasing economic expectations and an improved willingness to make purchases.

The forward-looking GfK consumer climate index remained at 8.5 for June, the same level as in April and May.

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