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German GDP growth forecasts have been drastically reduced to 0.6% for 2026, with further declines expected in 2027 due to demographic shifts, fiscal deficits, and consumer weakness. The structural outlook suggests a prolonged period of low growth and fiscal strain.

Impact: Weak growth forecasts signal potential corporate earnings headwinds, increased reliance on fiscal policy, and risks to sovereign debt sustainability in the Eurozone.

— from Q1 Market Review: Oil Spikes, Growth Slumps, and Healthcare Reform Risks · Deffner und Zschäpitz – Der Wirtschafts-Talk von WELT· Mar 31, 2026