Friedrich Merz, a conservative candidate for chancellor in Germany, has shown a willingness to reform the country's strict borrowing limits, indicating a potential departure from the traditional stance of the Christian Democrat-led bloc.
Merz has suggested that any additional debt-financed spending would be focused on investment, which is a significant shift from the party's historical commitment to the debt brake policy.
This development comes at a time when the Christian Democrats are leading in the polls, suggesting a possible change in fiscal strategy that could impact Germany's economy.
The move reflects an increasing recognition of the importance of investment in key areas, even though the party has previously prioritized strict adherence to budgetary constraints.