The country’s competitiveness has stagnated and its once-powerful industries are suffering. Just ask these executives.
Category: Scholz, Olaf (1958- )
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Germany’s Economy Shrank in 2024. Politicians Vow to Revive It.
Candidates in the upcoming federal election are focused on lowering taxes and increasing public spending.
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Why Germany’s Economy, Once a Leader in Europe, Is Now in Crisis
The country is facing a second year of zero growth, with industry leaders gloomy and worried about potential tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump.
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Putin Talks With German Chancellor, Breaking Ice With the West
The hourlong call centered on what German officials said was a push to end the war in Ukraine. It was the first in two years between Mr. Putin and Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
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Europe Expected to Approve Higher Tariffs on Electric Cars From China
The European Union is expected to support wielding tariffs on electric vehicles made in China, seeking to prevent unfair competition.
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U.S. Seeks to Join Forces With Europe to Combat Excess Chinese Goods
Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen warned that China’s industrial strategy posed a global threat the requires a united response.
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Why Germany Can’t Break Up With China
China remains one of the most important markets for Germany’s export-driven economy, prompting a three-day visit by the German chancellor, who has stressed the importance of open markets.
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Germany’s Leader, Olaf Scholz, Walks a Fine Line in China
Chancellor Olaf Scholz tried to promote German business interests while delivering warnings from Europe about trade and geopolitical tensions.
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Germany’s Economy Stalls Amid Falling Output and Political Bickering
The economy shrank last year and is not predicted to grow much in 2024. Farmers are angry, industrial output is falling and the government is bickering.
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Germany Reaches a Budget With Promises on Ukraine
The government avoided extra borrowing for 2024, but must make cuts in programs to address climate change.