German economy grows slightly as new data shows US growth slowing to 1.5%
The Local Germany—Germany's economy posted modest growth despite the drag from the ongoing Mideast war and broader European energy uncertainty, according to The Local Germany. The update came the same week fresh US data showed GDP growth slowing, with core inflation still running hot, underscoring how differently the war's economic ripple effects are landing across advanced economies. Germany's resilience contrasts with softer signals elsewhere, suggesting Europe's largest economy is absorbing the shock better than some forecasters expected. Analysts are watching whether the divergence holds as energy prices and trade patterns keep shifting.