New Destatis figures show households spent about €75 a month on drinks for home consumption, with nonalcoholic beverages taking 55% of the total

Households remain wary as inflation, economic worries and global conflicts keep spending subdued

Weak German alcohol demand and high retailer inventories cut first-quarter revenue 10% and slashed earnings more than 80%.

Die deutsche Wirtschaft nimmt im nächsten Jahr wieder Schwung auf: Das Ifo-Institut prognostiziert ein deutliches Wachstum von 1,5 Prozent. Allerdings basiert die Schätzung auf einer riskanten Annahme...

German states CPI readings due Mar 30, 2026; core annual inflation was 2.5% in Feb and could complicate ECB rate-cut plans if dispersion is broad across the 16 states.

German March CPI expected to spike; markets price 55% April and 86% June ECB hike odds, and 72 bps of tightening by year-end (InvestingLive, 30 Mar 2026).

Germany's composite PMI fell to 47.3 on Mar 24, 2026 (S&P Global/Bloomberg), below the 50 threshold and consensus 49.5, as input costs surged and new orders weakened.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil emphasized that Canada's selection of Germany's TKMS to build up to 12 submarines for its navy is a significant boost for Germany's economy and NATO collective security. The deal, which outcompetes a South Korean offer, strengthens transatlantic ties and positions Germany as a leader in engineering and manufacturing. Merz highlighted the strategic partnership between Canada, Germany, and Norway, noting its long-term implications for the North Atlantic region. Klingbeil added that the agreement carries geopolitical weight, reinforcing alliances amid global realignment. The deal underscores Germany's industrial capabilities and its role in NATO defense initiatives, while also benefiting from Canada's naval modernization efforts.

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