German economy: DIW significantly raises forecast The German economy could be facing a turning point. Strong exports and government spending are driving growth. DIW and the Bundesbank are becoming more optimistic for 2026, but continue to see considerable risks. Stefan Weinzierl
China's exports rise despite global hurdles China's economy defies global challenges: Foreign trade shows a sudden turnaround, with exports exceeding all forecasts - but not all figures are optimistic. Stefan Weinzierl
Despite Trump's tariffs: USA remains the most important export market Trump's aggressive tariff policy puts Germany's export industry under pressure. Yet the most important sales market remains - despite declines - the USA. Stefan Weinzierl