# Germany’s growth outlook improves, while drought hits wine harvest

https://mins.news/en/item/97511

- DW, 2026-10-13 06:38 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-economy-set-for-stronger-growth-wine-harvest-hit-by-drought/live-79647092?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> The IMF raised its forecast for Germany’s 2026 growth to 1.3% from 0.7% in July, citing support from infrastructure and defense investment, stronger exports and AI-related demand. Germany’s wine harvest is expected to be about 20% below its ten-year average.

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