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German Industrial Production Disappointed Even Before Iran War

Jana Randow
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Germany’s industrial output fell 0.3% in February, defying economist forecasts of a 1.3% rise and signaling deeper economic weakness in Europe’s largest economy. The decline was driven by slumping construction and consumer goods sectors, underscoring structural challenges before geopolitical tensions escalated with the Iran conflict. Economists had anticipated a rebound, but the unexpected contraction raises concerns about prolonged stagnation amid energy costs, supply chain strains, and weak domestic demand. The data reflects pre-war conditions, suggesting the economy was already vulnerable before the Iran crisis further disrupted global trade and energy markets. Analysts now warn of steeper downturns if industrial sluggishness persists, compounded by potential war-related shocks to manufacturing and exports.
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