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Germany faces trade challenges as US tariffs threaten automotive industry
Germany's export surplus rose to 239.1 billion euros in 2024, despite a 1.2% decline in total exports. The USA has become Germany's most important trading partner, surpassing China, while tariffs proposed by the US could significantly impact the German automotive industry. Concerns over a potential trade war loom, with predictions of economic shrinkage and job losses in Germany.
Germany's trade dynamics shift as USA surpasses China in exports and imports
The USA has regained its position as Germany's most important trading partner, surpassing China for the first time since 2015, with trade volumes reaching 252.8 billion euros. However, potential tariffs on German exports, particularly in the automotive sector, pose significant risks to this relationship and could impact the German economy adversely. Meanwhile, Germany's export surplus increased to 239.1 billion euros, despite a decline in overall exports and imports.
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