German IFO’s Economist: The economy faces uncertain times

Following the release of the German IFO Business Survey, the institute’s Economist Klaus Wohlrabe said that “the economy faces uncertain times.”

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Industry supply chain issues have become worse, 80.2% of companies facing them (vs 74.6% in February).

Price expectations have risen, two-thirds of companies want to increase prices.

Price expectations have risen in retail as well.

We don’t see a recession in Germany in the first quarter.

Logistics sector has major concerns about coming months.

Concerns include shortage of drivers, diesel prices are high.