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Epic Struggle in Sector, Economic Strife in Building, Wariness Among Buyers due to Price Increases: The German Economy Can't Escapehardship and Precariously Hangs on the Edge of a Slump. Insights regarding the advancement of the domestic product (GDP) during the second quarter will be unveiled by the Federal Statistical Service at 8:00 AM on Tuesday. Furthermore, the body will distribute data on fiscal budgets in the first half of the year. The escalating debt and commitments to the debt cap have been a topic of contention between the federal administration for several months.
In a preliminary assessment at the end of July, the Federal Statistical Service reported a decrease in economic production in the second quarter by 0.1% compared to the preceding quarter. Economists were taken aback by this, as they had anticipated a modest rebound following an increase in economic growth by 0.2% in the first quarter.
This poses a risk of Germany going through a slump once more. If the GDP shrinks in two consecutive quarters, economists refer to this as a "technical slump." The economy had already seen a slight contraction in 2023.
The ambiance in the German economy has continued to worsen. The Ifo Institute's business morale index dipped by 0.4 points to 86.6 points in August. This marked the third consecutive decrease in Germany's foremost economic indicator.
The German Federal Bank also voices concern regarding the German economy. It anticipates the predicted gradual economic recovery to be further delayed, as stated in its latest monthly report. The central bank expects a weak economy in Germany, but not a widespread and persistent reduction in economic output.
The European Union, aiming to alleviate the economic hardships, proposed the adoption of a more robust Economic and Monetary Union. However, the proposed changes require consensus from all member states, including Germany, which is currently grappling with its own economic challenges.
Despite the challenges, some analysts argue that Germany's economic situation could benefit from a stronger Economic and Monetary Union. They belief that a united monetary policy could help stabilize prices and stimulate growth, ultimately reducing the risk of another "technical slump."
