This week delivered an encouraging rise in Western European flash PMIs alongside signs that the Euro area consumer may be waking up. This is encouraging, but the survey also points to a structural malaise in German industry.

Speakers:

Bruce Kasman

Michael Hanson

This podcast was recorded on 23 February 2024.

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