| Author (Corporate) | European Commission: DG Economic and Financial Affairs |
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| Series Title | Economic Papers |
| Series Details | No.170, May 2002 |
| Publication Date | 18/05/2002 |
| ISSN | 1016-8060 |
| Content Type | Journal | Series | Blog, Report |
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Since the short reunification boom, the German economy registered very low growth rates which are substantially below those of other EU countries. This paper analyses the underlying reasons for this under-performance. The fiscal burden of unification, the decline of the construction sector and a rigid labour market are found to be the most significant factors. |
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| Source Link | http://ec.europa.eu/economy_finance/publications/publication_summary1890_en.htm |
| Countries / Regions | Germany |
