germany economic growth

AfD, Germany and Left

Germany's AfD, Left win enough seats to block changes to debt brake

BERLIN - The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) and the Left Party jointly secured one third of seats in the new parliament, enough to block a loosening of Germany's debt brake - a mechanism some investors and political parties say stymies economic growth.

U.S. News & World Report · 5h

Germany's Merz Will Push up Debt With Help of Left, Says AfD Leader

The leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), the second largest party in parliament after Sunday's election, said Germany's likely next chancellor would be held hostage by left-wing parties that would seek to loosen tough fiscal rules.

NBC News · 6h

Conservatives lead in German elections, far-right AfD comes in second

German opposition leader Friedrich Merz declared victory after his Christian Democrats won nearly 29% of the votes in the country’s federal election. Chancellor Olaf Scholz's Social Democratic Party faced a historic defeat with the lowest vote share for the center-left party since 1949.

German stocks and euro rise

Reuters on MSN · 2h

German stocks and euro rise after conservatives win election

German stocks rallied on Monday and the euro reached a one-month high after Germany’s election result put centrist parties on track to form a coalition. European shares more broadly held steady, while Wall Street futures rose after a U.

Hosted on MSN · 1h

Euro Could Benefit if Germany’s Post-Election Policies Boost Growth

The euro was steady after hitting a four-week high against the dollar overnight, and could rise if Germany’s election outcome leads to policies that improve the economic outlook.

Barron's on MSN · 4h

Germany’s Election Results Are Boosting Stocks. Why It’s Good for the Economy Too.

But the biggest relief is that the center-left SPD won enough seats in the Bundestag to be able to form a two-party governing coalition with the conservative CDU.

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It’s a make-or-break moment for Germany’s economy. Trump’s tariffs won’t help

When German voters go to the polls Sunday, the country’s moribund economy — and promises to fix it — will be front of mind.

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German business leaders say new government must act quickly to rescue stagnant economy

The new government must "focus on getting the economy out of its structural stagnation...if the main motivation of such a ...

25mon MSN

German firms demand stability and swift action on growth

After the victory of conservative Friedrich Merz, German businesses are calling on him to create a stable government willing ...

German business sentiment flat in February as economy awaits new government

Business morale in Germany unexpectedly stagnated in February, a survey showed on Monday, dealing a difficult hand to a ...

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Germany’s Economy Is in the Dumps. Here Are Five Reasons Why

Here are five reasons for Germany's ongoing economic slump: Moscow's decision to cut off natural gas supplies to Germany in ...

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German elections countdown: the uncomfortable truth about Germany’s political and economic state

German elections are taking place on February 23, 2025. Economic stagnation, energy struggles, and rising far-right influence ...

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Friedrich Merz, a Conservative, Is Poised to Be Germany’s Next Chancellor

The Christian Democrat, who appeared to have a path to a stable governing coalition, hopes to lead Europe’s response to ...

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Katya Adler: Far right looks for breakthrough in Germany's election

France's influential opposition leader, Marine Le Pen, whose party is also considered far-right, has distanced herself from ...

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Germany's economy is in the dumps. Here are 5 reasons why

Germany hasn’t seen significant economic growth in five years FRANKFURT, Germany -- FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany hasn't seen significant economic growth in five years. It's a ...

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It's time to rev up Germany's economic engine

Without decisive action, Germany risks stagnation. But with the right reforms, the country can repair and rev up its ...

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