The gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.3% in the 1st quarter of 2026 compared with the 4th quarter of 2025 after adjustment for price, seasonal and calendar variations. The Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) reports that this confirms the result published in the first release of 30 April 2026. "Following the slight increase recorded towards the end of 2025, the German economy also began 2026 in positive territory,” says Ruth Brand, President of the Federal Statistical Office. "In particular, exports rose considerably at the start of the year, helping Germany's economic performance", Brand added. GDP Line chart ... (full story)