Germany has just voted in one of the most closely watched federal elections in decades. The political landscape has shifted and it feels like Germany – and Europe – are at a crossroads. What does this mean for the German economy, including reforming the debt brake? How should Europe react to the new tone coming from Washington? And what’s next for Deutsche Bank in this constantly changing environment?

In the first episode of This is Deutsche Bank, host Michael Steen discusses these questions with our CEO Christian Sewing.

01:25 – What the election result means for Germany and its society, what is needed to boost economic growth, and reforming the country’s debt brake.

07:15 – Navigating Washington's new tone towards Europe and the role banks can play in these more volatile times

15:17 – The changing face of globalisation and what this means for Deutsche Bank’s business model? What does the next step hold?

22:12 – Christian’s career and dedication in his daily life

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What’s next for Germany, Europe, and Deutsche Bank? With Christian Sewing