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Germany’s Economy Gains Momentum in Q4
Germany’s economy expanded by 0.3% in the fourth quarter of 2025, confirming preliminary estimates and marking a clear rebound from the stagnation recorded in the previous quarter. The figure represents the fastest quarterly growth since the first quarter of 2025, supported by easing inflation and lower borrowing costs, which boosted domestic demand. Household consumption rose by 0.5%, compared with no growth in Q3, while government spending increased by 1.1%, up from 0.6% previously. Construction investment also rebounded sharply, climbing 1.6% after contracting 0.7% in the prior quarter. However, inventory changes shaved 0.3 percentage points off GDP, and net external demand reduced growth by 0.1 percentage points, weighed down in part by US tariffs. On an annual basis, the economy grew 0.4% in Q4, accelerating from 0.3% in Q3. For the full year 2025, GDP edged up 0.2%, marking a modest recovery after a 0.5% contraction in 2024.
Published on 2026-02-25

Germany GDP Growth Beats Forecasts in Q4
The German economy expanded 0.3% on quarter in the last three months of 2025, the strongest performance in three quarters, compared to a flat reading in the previous period and above forecasts of 0.2%, preliminary estimates showed. In particular, household and government final consumption expenditure increased. Year-on-year, the GDP grew 0.4%, the most in three years, after a 0.3% rise in each of the previous three quarters and above forecasts of 0.3%. The German economy thus ended 2025 in positive territory after a turbulent year, particularly for foreign trade. The economy rose 0.2%, the first expansion in three years.
Published on 2026-01-30

Germany GDP Growth Beats Forecasts in Q4
The German economy expanded 0.3% on quarter in the last three months of 2025, the strongest performance in three quarters, compared to a flat reading in the previous period and above forecasts of 0.2%, preliminary estimates showed. In particular, household and government final consumption expenditure increased. Year-on-year, the GDP grew 0.4%, the most in three years, after a 0.3% rise in each of the previous three quarters and above forecasts of 0.3%. The German economy thus ended 2025 in positive territory after a turbulent year, particularly for foreign trade. The economy rose 0.2%, the first expansion in three years.
Published on 2026-01-30

Germany GDP Growth Beats Forecasts in Q4
The German economy expanded 0.3% on quarter in the last three months of 2025, the strongest performance in three quarters, compared to a flat reading in the previous period and above forecasts of 0.2%, preliminary estimates showed. In particular, household and government expenditure increased. Year-on-year, the GDP grew 0.4%, the most in three years, after a 0.3% rise in each of the previous three quarters and above forecasts of 0.3%. The German economy thus ended 2025 in positive territory after a turbulent year, particularly for foreign trade. The economy rose 0.2%, the first expansion in three years. For 2026, the German government forecasts economic growth of 1%, as exports are expected to rise for the first time in three years, increasing by 0.8%. Fiscal stimulus is projected to contribute around two-thirds of a percentage point to GDP growth. Growth in 2027 is seen at 1.3%.
Published on 2026-01-30

German Economic Stagnation in Q3 Confirmed
Germany’s economy recorded no growth qoq in Q3 2025, in line with the preliminary estimate and following a 0.2% contraction in Q2. Modest improvements in gross fixed capital formation (0.3% vs -1.1% in Q2), mainly driven by equipment and other facilities, alongside stronger government spending (0.8% vs 0.2%) and a positive contribution from inventories, helped offset weaknesses elsewhere. Private consumption fell (-0.3% vs 0.1%), while net trade subtracted 0.3 ppts as exports shrank (-0.7% vs 0.3%) amid U.S. tariffs and imports stalled (vs -0.2%). By sector, declines in manufacturing and construction were balanced by gains in trade, transport, hospitality, information and communication, and financial and insurance services. On an annual basis, GDP grew 0.3%, unchanged from the previous two quarters. Looking ahead, GDP growth is projected at 1.3% for 2026 and 1.4% for 2027, supported by higher public spending, likely helped by special infrastructure funds and increased defense outlays
Published on 2025-11-25

German Economic Stagnation in Q3 Confirmed
Germany’s economy recorded no growth qoq in Q3 2025, in line with the preliminary estimate and following a 0.2% contraction in Q2. Modest improvements in gross fixed capital formation (0.3% vs -1.1% in Q2), mainly driven by equipment and other facilities, alongside stronger government spending (0.8% vs 0.2%) and a positive contribution from inventories, helped offset weaknesses elsewhere. Private consumption fell (-0.3% vs 0.1%), while net trade subtracted 0.3 ppts as exports shrank (-0.7% vs 0.3%) amid U.S. tariffs and imports stalled (vs -0.2%). By sector, contractions in manufacturing and construction were balanced by gains in trade, transport, hospitality, information and communication, and financial and insurance services. On an annual basis, GDP grew 0.3%, unchanged from the previous two quarters. Looking ahead, growth is projected at 1.3% for 2026 and 1.4% for 2027, supported by higher public spending, likely helped by special infrastructure funds and increased defense outlays
Published on 2025-11-25

German Q3 Economic Stagnation Confirmed
Germany’s economy recorded no growth qoq in Q3 2025, in line with the preliminary estimate and following a 0.2% contraction in Q2. Modest improvements in gross fixed capital formation (0.3% vs -1.1% in Q2), mainly driven by equipment and other facilities, alongside stronger government spending (0.8% vs 0.2%) and a positive contribution from inventories, helped offset weaknesses elsewhere. Private consumption fell (-0.3% vs 0.1%), while net trade subtracted 0.3 ppts as exports shrank (-0.7% vs 0.3%) amid U.S. tariffs and imports stalled (vs -0.2%). By sector, declines in manufacturing and construction were balanced by gains in trade, transport, hospitality, information and communication, and financial and insurance services. On an annual basis, GDP grew 0.3%, unchanged from the previous two quarters. Looking ahead, GDP growth is projected at 1.3% for 2026 and 1.4% for 2027, supported by higher public spending, likely helped by special infrastructure funds and increased defense outlays.
Published on 2025-11-25

German Q3 Economic Stagnation Confirmed
Germany’s economy recorded no growth qoq in Q3 2025, in line with the preliminary estimate and following a 0.2% contraction in Q2. Modest improvements in gross fixed capital formation (0.3% vs -1.1% in Q2), mainly driven by equipment and other facilities, alongside stronger government spending (0.8% vs 0.2%) and a positive contribution from inventories, helped offset weaknesses elsewhere. Private consumption fell (-0.3% vs 0.1%), while net trade subtracted 0.3 ppts as exports shrank (-0.7% vs 0.3%) amid U.S. tariffs and imports stalled (vs -0.2%). By sector, declines in manufacturing and construction were balanced by gains in trade, transport, hospitality, information and communication, and financial and insurance services. On an annual basis, GDP grew 0.3%, unchanged from the previous two quarters. Looking ahead, GDP growth is projected at 1.3% for 2026 and 1.4% for 2027, supported by higher public spending, likely helped by special infrastructure funds and increased defense outlays
Published on 2025-11-25

German Economic Stagnation in Q3 Confirmed
Germany’s economy recorded zero growth in Q3 2025, in line with the preliminary estimate and following a 0.2% contraction in Q2. Modest improvements in gross fixed capital formation (0.3% vs -1.1% in Q2), mainly driven by equipment and other facilities, alongside stronger government spending (0.8% vs 0.2%) and a positive contribution from inventories helped offset weaknesses elsewhere. Private consumption fell (-0.3% vs 0.1%), while net trade subtracted 0.3 ppts as exports declined (-0.7% vs 0.3%) amid U.S. tariffs and imports stagnated (vs -0.2%). By sector, contractions in manufacturing and construction were balanced by gains in trade, transport, hospitality, information and communication, and financial and insurance services. On an annual basis, GDP grew 0.3%, unchanged from the previous two quarters. Looking ahead, growth is projected at 1.3% for 2026 and 1.4% for 2027.
Published on 2025-11-25

Germany GDP Stalls in Q3
The German economy stagnated in Q3 2025, following an upwardly revised 0.2% contraction in Q2, according to preliminary estimates. The figure was in line with market forecasts. Growth in gross fixed capital formation in machinery and equipment provided some support, but this was offset by a decline in exports. On an annual basis, GDP expanded 0.3%, unchanged from the upwardly revised 0.3% growth recorded in the second quarter and also matching expectations. At the start of October 2025, the German government revised its GDP growth forecast upwards, now expecting the economy to expand by 0.2% in 2025, compared with a previous projection of zero growth made in April. For 2026, GDP is expected to rise by 1.3%, followed by 1.4% growth in 2027. Officials noted that a substantial part of the expansion in the coming years will be driven by higher public spending, particularly through special funds for infrastructure investment and increased defense expenditure.
Published on 2025-10-30

Germany GDP Stalls in Q3
The German economy stagnated in the third quarter of 2025, following an upwardly revised 0.2% contraction in the previous quarter, according to preliminary estimates. The figure was in line with market forecasts. Growth in gross fixed capital formation in machinery and equipment provided some support, but this was offset by a decline in exports. On an annual basis, GDP expanded 0.3%, unchanged from the upwardly revised 0.3% growth recorded in the second quarter and also matching expectations.
Published on 2025-10-30

Germany GDP Stalls in Q3
The German economy stagnated in the third quarter of 2025, following an upwardly revised 0.2% contraction in the previous quarter, according to preliminary estimates. The figure was in line with market forecasts. Growth in gross fixed capital formation in machinery and equipment provided some support, but this was offset by a decline in exports. On an annual basis, GDP expanded 0.3%, unchanged from the upwardly revised 0.3% growth recorded in the second quarter and also matching expectations.
Published on 2025-10-30

German Economy Shrinks More Than Expected in Q2
Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% qoq in Q2 2025, sharper than the preliminary estimate of a 0.1% drop and reversing the 0.3% growth seen in Q1. It was the steepest quarterly decline since Q2 2024, driven by a fall in fixed capital formation (-1.4% vs +0.3%), reflecting weaker investment in both construction and equipment. Net trade also weighed on growth as exports slipped (0.1% vs 2.5%) while imports continued to rise (1.6%). Household consumption slowed (0.1% vs 0.6%) even as government spending rebounded (0.8% vs -0.3%), and inventory changes made a positive contribution. By sector, output contracted in manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, hospitality, and financial and insurance services. On a yearly basis, the economy grew 0.2%, slightly below the 0.3% expansion in Q1, though marking a second consecutive quarter of annual growth.
Published on 2025-08-22

German Economy Shrinks More than Anticipated in Q2
Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% qoq in Q2 2025, sharper than the preliminary estimate of a 0.1% drop and reversing the 0.3% growth seen in the previous period. It was the steepest quarterly decline since Q2 2024, driven by a fall in fixed capital formation (-1.4% vs 0.3% in Q1), reflecting weaker investment in both construction and equipment, primarily machinery, equipment, and vehicles. Net trade dragged on growth as exports slipped (-0.1% vs 2.5%), weighed by rising U.S. tariffs, while imports continued to rise (1.6% vs 1.6%). At the same time, private consumption slowed sharply (0.1% vs 0.6%) even as government spending rebounded (0.8% vs -0.3%), and inventory changes made a positive contribution. By sector, output shrank in manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, hospitality, and financial and insurance services. On a yearly basis, the economy grew 0.2%, slightly below the 0.3% expansion in Q1, though marking a second consecutive quarter of annual growth.
Published on 2025-08-22

German Economy Shrinks More than Expected in Q2
Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% qoq in Q2 2025, sharper than the preliminary estimate of a 0.1% drop and reversing the 0.3% growth seen in the previous period. It was the steepest quarterly decline since Q2 2024, driven by a fall in fixed capital formation (-1.4% vs 0.3% in Q1), reflecting weaker investment in both construction and equipment, primarily machinery, equipment, and vehicles. Net trade also weighed on growth as exports dropped (0.1% vs 2.5%) while imports continued to rise (1.6%). At the same time, household consumption slowed sharply (0.1% vs 0.6%) even as government spending rebounded (0.8% vs -0.3%), and inventory changes made a positive contribution. By sector, output shrank in manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, hospitality, and financial and insurance services. On a yearly basis, the economy grew 0.2%, slightly below the 0.3% expansion in Q1, though marking a second consecutive quarter of annual growth.
Published on 2025-08-22

German Economy Shrinks More Than Expected in Q2
Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% qoq in Q2 2025, sharper than the preliminary estimate of a 0.1% drop and reversing the 0.3% growth seen in the previous period. It was the steepest quarterly decline since Q2 2024, driven by a fall in fixed capital formation (-1.4% vs 0.3% in Q1), reflecting weaker investment in both construction and equipment. Net trade also weighed on growth as exports slipped (0.1% vs 2.5%) while imports continued to rise (1.6%). At the same time, household consumption slowed sharply (0.1% vs 0.6%) even as government spending rebounded (0.8% vs -0.3%), and inventory changes made a positive contribution. By sector, output shrank in manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, hospitality, and financial and insurance services. On a yearly basis, the economy grew 0.2%, slightly below the 0.3% expansion in Q1, though marking a second consecutive quarter of annual growth.
Published on 2025-08-22

German Economy Shrinks More than Anticipated in Q2
Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% qoq in Q2 2025, sharper than the preliminary estimate of a 0.1% drop and reversing the 0.3% growth seen in the previous period. It was the steepest quarterly decline since Q2 2024, driven by a fall in fixed capital formation (-1.4% vs 0.3% in Q1), reflecting weaker investment in both construction and equipment, primarily machinery, equipment, and vehicles. Net trade also weighed on growth as exports dropped (0.1% vs 2.5%) while imports continued to rise (1.6%). At the same time, private consumption slowed sharply (0.1% vs 0.6%) even as government spending rebounded (0.8% vs -0.3%), and inventory changes made a positive contribution. By sector, output shrank in manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, hospitality, and financial and insurance services. On a yearly basis, the economy grew 0.2%, slightly below the 0.3% expansion in Q1, though marking a second consecutive quarter of annual growth.
Published on 2025-08-22

German Economy Shrinks More than Expected in Q2
Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% qoq in Q2 2025, sharper than the preliminary estimate of a 0.1% drop and reversing the 0.3% growth seen in the previous period. It was the steepest quarterly decline since Q2 2024, driven by a fall in fixed capital formation (-1.4% vs 0.3% in Q1), reflecting weaker investment in both construction and equipment. Net trade also weighed on growth as exports slipped (0.1% vs 2.5%) while imports continued to rise (1.6%). At the same time, household consumption slowed sharply (0.1% vs 0.6%) even as government spending rebounded (0.8% vs -0.3%), and inventory changes made a positive contribution. By sector, output shrank in manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, hospitality, and financial and insurance services. On a yearly basis, the economy grew 0.2%, slightly below the 0.3% expansion in Q1, though marking a second consecutive quarter of annual growth.
Published on 2025-08-22

German Economy Shrinks More than Anticipated in Q2
Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% qoq in Q2 2025, sharper than the preliminary estimate of a 0.1% drop and reversing the 0.3% growth seen in the previous period. It was the steepest quarterly decline since Q2 2024, driven by a fall in fixed capital formation (-1.4% vs 0.3% in Q1), reflecting weaker investment in both construction and equipment, primarily machinery, equipment, and vehicles. Net trade dragged on growth as exports slipped (-0.1% vs 2.5%), weighed by rising U.S. tariffs, while imports continued to rise (1.6% vs 1.6%). At the same time, private consumption slowed sharply (0.1% vs 0.6%) even as government spending rebounded (0.8% vs -0.3%), and inventory changes made a positive contribution. By sector, output shrank in manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, hospitality, and financial and insurance services. On a yearly basis, the economy grew 0.2%, slightly below the 0.3% expansion in Q1, though marking a second consecutive quarter of annual growth.
Published on 2025-08-22

German Economy Shrinks More than Expected in Q2
Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% qoq in Q2 2025, sharper than the preliminary estimate of a 0.1% drop and reversing the 0.3% growth seen in the previous period. It was the steepest quarterly decline since Q2 2024, driven by a fall in fixed capital formation (-1.4% vs 0.3% in Q1), reflecting weaker investment in both construction and equipment, primarily machinery, equipment, and vehicles. Net trade also weighed on growth as exports dropped (0.1% vs 2.5%) while imports continued to rise (1.6%). At the same time, private consumption slowed sharply (0.1% vs 0.6%) even as government spending rebounded (0.8% vs -0.3%), and inventory changes made a positive contribution. By sector, output shrank in manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, hospitality, and financial and insurance services. On a yearly basis, the economy grew 0.2%, slightly below the 0.3% expansion in Q1, though marking a second consecutive quarter of annual growth.
Published on 2025-08-22