German exports and imports hit record-highs in March. Industrial production edged down but was still better than expected.

German imports were up 3 percent in January from December. Exports were also surprisingly strong underscoring the momentum in Europe's biggest economy

German inflation rose in February, reaching its highest level in four-and-a-half years, while unemployment fell more than expected.

Germany's economy grew 1.9 percent last year boosting the budget surplus hugely, but Chancellor Merkel says the country won't take on any new debt.

The European Commission says Germany’s sound public finances mean it could put more money into public investment to boost growth.

Germany's central bank is moving faster than planned to bring much of its gold reserves to Frankfurt from storage in places like New York and Paris.

German businesses are gloomier this month according to a survey of 7,000 firms, which may or may not be linked to Trump's protectionist comments.

Strong consumer and government spending helped Germany's economy to its strongest growth in five years in 2016.

Inflation in Germany jumped in December - up 1.7% on the year - due to costlier energy and food while unemployment there fell more than expected.

German exports rebounded by less than expected in October, according to latest official figures.

Lufthansa pilots in Germany have said they will extend strike action again until Saturday, this time targeting long-haul flights in a long-running pay dispute.

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German Chancellor Angela Merkel has warned Britain cannot be given any special treatment to EU markets if it limits immigration.

Germany's economic growth will slow in the second half of this year the finance ministry has said due to weaker foreign demand for goods.

German unemployment was down again in August for the 12th straight month. Retail sales grew month-on-month in July, but declined from a year earlier.