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Germany's Economy Grows Despite Headwinds
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Germanys economy surprisingly grew by 0.3% in Q1 2026, driven by increased spending and exports, despite tough times. However, higher energy costs due to the US-Israeli war with Iran impacted consumers and businesses. Unemployment remained high, and business confidence plummeted. Volkswagens net profit fell by 28.4% in Q1, with deliveries dropping in China and the US. The company plans to cut costs and reduce jobs by 50,000 in Germany by 2030, as economic pressures loom.
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