· Joachim Nagel Wiki · Deutsche Bundesbank WikiPresentation of the Deutsche Bundesbank's Annual Report 2023
Read full speech on bis.org ↗ContextIntroductory statement by Joachim Nagel, President of the Deutsche Bundesbank, at the press conference presenting the Annual Report 2023, Frankfurt am Main, 23 February 2024.
Why it mattersNagel reports a weak year for German industry and a cautious path for rates.
Problems raised
- Weak external demand hurt industry.
- High inflation held back consumption.
- Tight policy raised financing costs.
Solutions proposed
- Watch core inflation.
- Keep policy restrictive until inflation falls.
- Present transparent accounts.