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  "id": 19146240,
  "title": "German exports rise more than expected in September",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/german-exports-rise-more-than-expected-in-september-19146240",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-09T10:43:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/business/2026/11/09/german-exports-rise-more-than-expected-in-september"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "German exports surged more than anticipated in September, driven by robust demand from neighboring European nations, according to official figures released on Monday. The Commerce Ministry reported a 2% rise from the previous month, reaching €141.1 billion ($158 billion), exceeding analysts' expectations of a 0.5% increase. This marked a rebound from two consecutive months of declining exports, signaling a potential turnaround for the country's manufacturing sector, which has languished in stagnation for an extended period. The surge in exports to EU countries, up 3.5%, was the primary catalyst behind the improvement, as shipments to China declined by over 5%, reflecting intensifying competition from German firms in various industries such as automotive and chemicals. The US, Germany's largest export market, saw a modest 0.5% drop in shipments. While the trade surplus narrowed to €15.6 billion in September, driven by a 4.2% increase in imports, economists anticipate that Germany's economy will expand at its fastest rate in several years in 2026, propelled by increased government spending on defense and infrastructure.",
  "summary": "Exports increased 2% from the previous month to €141.1 billion, rebounding after two months of declines.",
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        "title": "German exports rise more than expected in September",
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        "published": "2026-11-09T08:30:22.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Business Recorder",
        "title": "German exports rise more than expected in September",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/german-exports-rise-more-than-expected-in-september-19127307",
        "published": "2026-11-09T08:59:00.000Z"
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