Germany's economy will stagnate this year as tariffs cast a shadow, advisers say
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The article discusses the challenges facing Germany's economy, which is expected to stagnate this year due to rising uncertainty from U.S. tariffs and trade threats led by President Donald Trump. Germany's advisory economic panel revealed a lack of significant growth over the past five years, predicting only 1% growth by 2026. New Chancellor Friedrich Merz has initiatives aimed at reviving the economy, but the country's recent economic forecasts remain bleak, reflecting structural challenges and external pressures.
"Germany's economy will stagnate this year as the country faces headwinds from U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and trade threats, the government's panel of independent economic advisers said Wednesday."
"The advisory panel...predicted the economy will stagnate this year and grow by 1% in 2026. Its previous forecast...was for 0.4% growth this year."
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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