Forecast

Updated Economic Outlook: Full version in English now online

– The full version of the Economic Outlook that has been published on 17 March 2021 is now also available in English.

Forecast

German economy resilient despite prolonged shutdown: further recovery expected in the summer

– The German Council of Economic Experts has revised its growth forecast for 2021 downwards and expects a GDP growth of 3.1 % in Germany. In the euro area, the GCEE expects the GDP to grow by 4.1 % this year.

Press Release

German economy resilient despite shutdown: further recovery expected in summer

– Germany remains firmly in the grip of the coronavirus pandemic. The economy has proved to be fairly resilient. It is likely to return to a path of recovery as the vaccination campaign is accelerated, the pandemic is contained and restrictions are eased.

By-lined Article

Extensive investments in education

– In a by-lined article in a national newspaper, the GCEE discusses the costs of the Coronavirus pandemic-related learning delays and the need for swift and comprehensive initiatives in education (in German only).

On our behalf

Updated Economic Outlook for 2021 and 2022

– On 17 March 2021, the German Council of Economic Experts will publish an updated economic outlook for 2021 and 2022.

Event

National Productivity Dialogue 2021

– The National Productivity Dialogue was held this year for the second time and as a virtual event. The results of the Productivity Report were discussed in three panel discussions on innovation, digitalisation and industrial policy.