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    This Winter is Cold, Germany’s Economy is Colder

    As winter grips Germany, the chill in the economy feels even harsher. Once the engine of Europe, Germany now faces a deep economic freeze marked by stagnation, structural weaknesses, and a wave of industrial decline. Factories are relocating abroad, businesses are shuttering, and job cuts are sweeping across multiple sectors. The question is no longer whether Germany is slowing down—it’s how long this economic winter will last. The Economic Frost: A Snapshot Germany’s GDP growth has hovered near zero for three consecutive years, with 2025 projections signaling continued stagnation. High energy costs, rigid regulations, and geopolitical uncertainties have eroded the foundations of the German model. The loss of cheap Russian…