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Story summary
- The Federation of German Industries (BDI) says Germany's economy is in its deepest crisis since World War II.
- BDI President Peter Leibinger criticized Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government for a slow and insufficient response.
- High energy costs, weak export demand, China competition, and US tariffs drive the crisis.
- The BDI forecasts a fourth consecutive year of declining industrial production and calls for decisive reforms.
