According to the German Economy and Technology Ministry, Europe ‘s largest economy saw industrial orders in May up 3.2% from April, much more than a gain of 0.6% expected by economists. Foreign orders took the lead, jumping 4.4% from April while domestic orders rose 2.2%. Orders for consumer products gained 4% and orders for investment goods added 3.8%, the official data showed. (english.people.com.cn)