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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David McHugh

German business leaders say new government must act quickly to rescue stagnant economy

Germany Election - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Germany's businesses have been frustrated by government inaction on the stagnating economy.

Sunday's national election raises hopes of a stable two-party coalition of conservatives and center-left Social Democrats, with center-right leader Friedrich Merz as chancellor. But will it take the swift action business leaders are calling for?

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