German growth upgraded on export surge before tariffs
May 24, 2025 00:00:00
FRANKFURT, Germany, May 23 (AFP): Germany's economy expanded more quickly than previously thought at the start of the year, official data showed Friday, as its exports surged before US President Donald Trump imposed sweeping tariffs.
Gross domestic product (GDP) in Europe's top economy grew 0.4 percent from January to March compared to the previous quarter, according to final figures from federal statistics agency Destatis.
