German business confidence fell for a second month in a sign of concern that the ripples from any Greek debt default would reach Europe’s largest economy. The Ifo institute’s business climate index dropped to 107.4 in June from 108.5 in May. Analysts were predicting decline to 108.2. While German economic growth is supported by record-low unemployment, uncertainty over the unity of the euro area is clouding the outlook.
Should the region’s governments fail to reach agreement with Greece on reforms to unlock bailout payments, the country could miss debt repayments and ultimately be forced out of the bloc.German investor confidence fell for a third month in June. Still, a
purchasing managers index by Markit Economics published on Tuesday rose more than economists forecast, pointing to accelerating economic momentum.
Data did not have any major impact on the markets, with euro currently being traded higher few points above 1.1210 level. Pair is likely to find support around 1.1150 level, yesterday's low, and resistance above 1.1250 area. Later today, in the US session, Final
GDP figures are scheduled for a release.