Why Europe's southern periphery props up eurozone growth DW 02/13/2025
Briefly

The economic landscape of the European Union (EU) is shifting, particularly with southern nations like Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Greece emerging from the shadows of past financial crises. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez highlighted the new role these countries can play as contributors to EU solutions. The south has seen robust growth, particularly in renewable energy, amidst broader eurozone stagnation largely caused by Germany’s economic struggles. As the strongest economy falters, southern nations may rise to become the new growth engines of the EU.
Spain's robust recovery post-sovereign debt crisis showcases the potential of southern EU countries to contribute solutions to common challenges despite the stagnation in the eurozone.
With Germany's economy contracting and unable to drive eurozone growth, southern nations like Spain and Italy may now play a pivotal role in renewing the EU's economic momentum.
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