Germany’s economy contracted in the latest quarter, signaling mounting challenges ahead. Surging inflation, skyrocketing energy costs, and global uncertainties are weighing heavily, casting a shadow over Europe’s largest economy, according to Semafor
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Japan’s economy faced a surprising setback in the first quarter of 2023, contracting at an annualized rate of 0.7%, as reported by Reuters. This unexpected downturn underscores persistent challenges, such as sluggish consumer spending and global economic headwinds that continue to hinder recovery efforts.