During ongoing discussions on the 2025 federal budget, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised a “moderate easing” of Germany’s debt brake. This recommendation puts Finance Minister Christian Lindner in a difficult position, as his liberal party strongly opposes this idea. Instead, they are pushing for spending limitations while facing pressure from other coalition parties, the Social Democrats and Greens. The IMF’s report highlights the need for increased spending due to the aging population, defense, and infrastructure improvements. To keep public debt sustainable, experts suggest relaxing the debt brake by approximately one percent of GDP.
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The IMF’s report offers some optimism for Germany’s economy predicting that it will recover gradually with consumption-led growth expected to pick up to around 1 to 1.5 percent in 2025 and 2026. Experts believe that increasing demand, real wage growth, and a recovery in private investment are key factors in this economic rebound. Inflation decline is also mentioned as well as lower energy prices that could support moderate monetary easing to support economic growth.
