Turning Point Germany

Germany stands on the brink of a pivotal transformation, with the contours of its export-driven growth coming under renewed scrutiny and domestic pressure building for a more balanced approach to economic policy. Beneath the headlines about electoral coalitions and fiscal debates lies a deeper tension about whether the country should tighten its belt and double down on global competitiveness, or else loosen the reins of domestic spending to rekindle growth. In this article, I’ll chart how Germany’s ingrained mercantilism, shifting political alliances, and constitutional constraints may shape the trajectory of Europe’s largest economy.