Germany's economy expanded by 0.2% in the first quarter from the previous three-month period, preliminary data showed Wednesday The gross domestic product reading was in line with estimates from economists polled by Reuters.

The economy returned to expansion at the start of 2025, with previously hoped-for improvement likely dashed by tariff threats.

The German economy grew in the first quarter of the year thanks to consumption and investment, escaping a recession after contracting in the last quarter of last year, data showed on Wednesday. Gross domestic product rose in line with forecasts,