EconomyIs Germany's economic slump finally over?

Germany is showing tentative signs of recovery after a prolonged downturn. GDP grew 0.3% in the second quarter of 2026, several institutes raised their full-year growth forecasts to at least 1.3%, and business sentiment reached a one-year high. Structural problems, including industrial restructuring, Chinese competition and higher energy prices, remain.

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