Germany, once Europe’s economic powerhouse, is struggling with stagnation as it faces a technical recession. With GDP set to grow just 0.1% this year, the economy is weighed down by an over-reliance on legacy industries, costly energy, and geopolitical challenges. High-tech and automotive exports have been hit hard, especially as Chinese EV makers dominate. Manufacturing is shrinking, while political resistance to reforms complicates recovery. Although rising wages may support consumer spending, structural issues and dependency on China and Russia suggest Germany's economic woes could persist.