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Germany’s debt brake problem

FT News Briefing

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This chapter examines Germany's constitutional 'debt break,' which restricts government borrowing to 0.35% of GDP, and its impact on economic investments. The discussion highlights the political challenges faced by the new leadership amid calls for reform in light of increased defense spending needs following the Ukraine conflict.

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