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GERMANY: Weidmann’s resignation and the euro dilemma of the political right

GERMANY: Weidmann’s resignation and the euro dilemma of the political right | Speevr

Regardless of who gets to succeed Jens Weidmann as Bundesbank president, it is important to recall that even conservative policymakers like him have not stopped the ECB’s unconventional approach. In contrast with previous resignations, Weidmann did not step down during but ahe…   Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or […]

GERMANY: More substance, less lingo is needed as coalition talks begin

GERMANY: More substance, less lingo is needed as coalition talks begin | Speevr

The center-right Liberals (FDP) were the last party to agree to formal coalition talks on 18 October, but it is not yet clear on which exact date these will begin this week. The conclusions of the exploratory talks point to the climate transition as the center of political…   Become a member to read the […]

GERMANY: “Traffic light” perspectives for European and fiscal issues

GERMANY: “Traffic light” perspectives for European and fiscal issues | Speevr

The preparatory talks of recent days have led to the launch of exploratory negotiations for a “traffic light” coalition of the Social Democrats (SPD) with the Greens and the center-right Liberals (FDP). These are still not detailed coalition talks; nevertheless, this format is in…   Become a member to read the rest of this article

GERMANY: The fault lines to overcome for a traffic light coalition

GERMANY: The fault lines to overcome for a traffic light coalition | Speevr

Following the 26 September Bundestag elections, a so-called traffic light coalition led by Olaf Scholz and his Social Democrats (SPD) is, for now, the most likely outcome. However, if talks between the Greens and the center-right Liberals (FDP) were to fail, a grand coalition wit…   Become a member to read the rest of this […]

GERMANY: Scholz is the election winner, but the proof is in the coalition talks

GERMANY: Scholz is the election winner, but the proof is in the coalition talks | Speevr

As counting continues after the Bundestag elections, the race between the two main parties remains close. Both the Social Democrats (SPD) of Finance Minister of Olaf Scholz and Armin Laschet’s Christian Union (CDU/CSU) could each form a government with the Greens and the center-r…   Become a member to read the rest of this article

Germany – economic challenges for the new government

In a number of respects the German economy is in a good position after 16 years of Mrs MerkelBut there are problems too, including slow growth that is unduly dependent on exportsSecuring good future performance will require that policy be made holistically, not piecemealParticul…   Become a member to read the rest of this article

GERMANY: What to watch on and beyond election night

GERMANY: What to watch on and beyond election night | Speevr

Ahead of the 26 September Bundestag elections, the overall polling picture remains unchanged. At around 25%, the Social Democrats (SPD) of Finance Minister Olaf Scholz continue to lead ahead of Armin Laschet’s Christian alliance (CDU/CSU) – even if the latter seems to have climbe…   Become a member to read the rest of this article

GERMANY: Two risks to a Scholz chancellorship

GERMANY: Two risks to a Scholz chancellorship | Speevr

Yesterday’s (12 September) main debate of the three chancellor candidates was watched by more than 10mn people and produced few surprises. Finance Minister Olaf Scholz from the Social Democrats (SPD) won the debate in the eyes of 41% the viewers surveyed afterwards, followed by C…   Become a member to read the rest of this […]

GERMANY: Desperate debates about the Left

GERMANY: Desperate debates about the Left | Speevr

Less than three weeks ahead of the Bundestag elections, the Social Democrats (SPD) of Finance Minister Olaf Scholz continue to build out their lead in the polls. The TV debate among the three chancellor candidates on 12 September might be one of the last opportunities for Armin L…   Become a member to read the […]