Economics

Germany Cuts 2021 Growth Forecast, Raises Outlook for 2022

  • Economy Minister cites supply issues, rising energy prices
  • Expansion above 4% seen next year if supply chains stabilized
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Germany expects growth this year to be significantly weaker than predicted, as the lingering effects of the pandemic and a supply squeeze hinder a revival of Europe’s biggest economy.