Country: DE | Published: 2026-09-20
German sentiment is caught between two opposing signals, with the IW institute sharply raising its 2026 growth forecast even as diesel prices hit record highs and pressure builds o
German sentiment is caught between two opposing signals, with the IW institute sharply raising its 2026 growth forecast even as diesel prices hit record highs and pressure builds on the government to act. The energy squeeze remains the dominant drag on households and industry, keeping the cautious tone from recent weeks intact. With momentum forecasts improving but fuel costs at extremes, the picture stays mixed and sentiment guarded.