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You will find press releases and press photos of the German Council of Economic Experts on this page. For your enquiries and to register for the press distribution list, please send an e-mail to: presse@svr-wirtschaft.de

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A strong recovery is still not imminent

– Economic growth in Germany is still characterised by sluggish demand. The GCEE expects GDP to grow by only 0.2 % this year and 0.9 % next year.

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Accelerate decarbonisation of freight transport

– The deteriorating condition of the road and rail infrastructure hampers economic development in Germany. To decarbonise freight transport more quickly, government action should prioritise expanding a charging infrastructure for battery-electric trucks.

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Cabinet will propose to reappoint Achim Truger

– The German Cabinet has decided to propose to the Federal President the reappointment of Achim Truger to the German Council of Economic Experts for a second term of office.

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New publication timeline

– This year, the German Council of Economic Experts will publish its updated economic outlook for 2024 and 2025 on 15 May 2024. For the first time, a chapter of the Annual Report will be published with the economic outlook in spring this year.

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Adapting the debt brake pragmatically: Increase flexibility, maintain stability

– In a policy brief, the German Council of Economic Experts proposes adjusting the debt brake regarding three elements.

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