Economist Schnitzer: Will Merz tackle the necessary reforms? "I am skeptical" | Capital+
Takes a critical look at the economic policy of the next black-red government, this time under Friedrich Merz: The economic expert Monika Schnitzer.
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Friedrich Merz will not be able to stimulate the economy without a relaxed debt brake, tough cuts and a vision for the future, says economist Monika Schnitzer.
Ms. Schnitzer, what is your first impression after the election? MONIKA SCHNITZER: It will be very difficult. The CDU, CSU and SPD can form a government in this small constellation, they don't need the Greens for that. Nevertheless, it will be very difficult to raise the necessary funding for a defense package. And also for all the other necessary investments.
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