Germany’s Economic Challenges, America’s Trade Program with Africa, Irrational Firm Behavior, and Recession Risks

Germany faces economic challenges amid strikes and structural issues. America should not allow its trade program with Africa to die. When firms behave irrationally. Recession risks are fading, but political tensions pose a threat to the economy. Stay informed with 'Simply Economics' as we explore these key topics and provide valuable insights into the global economic landscape.

Sources:
https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/germany-faces-economic-challenges-amidst-strikes-and-structural-issues-689440
https://www.ft.com/content/c966b7d1-d919-4beb-838c-67b790e5a5ad
https://knowledge.insead.edu/economics-finance/when-firms-behave-irrationally
https://www.local10.com/business/2024/02/12/recession-risks-are-fading-business-economists-say-but-political-tensions-pose-threat-to-economy/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:39) Germany faces economic challenges amid strikes and structural issues
(00:03:47) Economics class: America should not allow its trade programme with Africa to die
(00:06:53) When Firms Behave Irrationally
(00:10:22) Recession risks are fading, business economists say, but political tensions pose threat to economy