Economy

German regional economic growth diverges sharply as only 12 states expand in Q1 2026 Only 12 of 16 states recorded German regional economic growth in Q1 2026; industry mix and …

Germany Approves Circular Economy Action Programme with 12‑Point Plan and €565m Funding Germany’s circular economy action programme launches a 12‑point plan to boost repair, reuse and recycling with digital product …

Germany’s Circular Economy Action Plan Clears Political Rift, Pushes Recycling and Procurement Reforms Draft action plan dated May 21, 2026 sets priorities to speed the shift to a circular economy, …

U.S. economy shows strains as inflation nears 4% while corporate investment holds U.S. economy shows inflation near 4%, a plunging personal saving rate and Q1 GDP revision, while firm corporate …

German growth forecast cut sharply as council warns of energy and trade headwinds Germany growth forecast revised to 0.5 percent in 2026 by the federal economic council amid high oil …

US troop withdrawal from Germany could cost about 2,650 jobs, study finds Study: US troop withdrawal from Germany could cost 2,650 jobs and reduce municipal revenues, with long-term losses for …

Private craftsmen in the GDR: new study shows wealth, workaround markets and post-1989 resilience New research shows private craftsmen in the GDR amassed relative wealth, helped stabilize the planned economy …

Rising energy prices slow German economy’s rebound, Merzometer shows pre-conflict momentum Rising energy costs and geopolitical shocks have weakened the German economy. Merzometer showed growth before 28 February, yet GDP …

Germany’s ‘Loser Nation’ Perception Deepens Amid Policy Missteps and Corporate Setbacks A growing ‘loser nation’ narrative haunts Germany as stalled reforms, project delays and corporate earnings weakness fuel public frustration …