# Germany's IMK institute more than doubles 2026 growth forecast

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- Reuters, 2026-09-17 09:40 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/germanys-imk-institute-more-than-doubles-economic-growth-forecast-2026-2026-09-17/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6aabb57789e5cf0001dfa328

> The German institute IMK now sees 2026 growth at more than twice its earlier forecast. It attributed the upgrade to unexpectedly robust exports in the first half and additional public spending on defence and infrastructure.