

Unpacking Germany’s Historic U-Turn on Spending — ft. Carsten Brzeski
140 snips Mar 27, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Carsten Brzeski, Global Head of Macro Research and Chief Eurozone Economist for ING, delves into Germany's significant shift in fiscal policy that includes a groundbreaking 500 billion euro package aimed at climate and defense. He analyzes the implications of rising political fragmentation and the emergence of far-right parties, while addressing Germany's historical reluctance to embrace debt. Brzeski also shares insights on European market dynamics and the potential for a sustained economic rally in the Eurozone.
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