美国重拳出击！德国制造业被绞杀大量人口失业，346亿欧元蒸发掉

Group 1 - The transatlantic trade agreement, initially praised for bringing stability to Europe, has failed to deliver on its promises, leading to increased uncertainty for the German industrial sector [1][3] - Following the agreement, the U.S. unexpectedly imposed tariffs on certain European machinery products, exceeding the agreed-upon baseline of 15%, causing shock among European industrial leaders [3][5] - Germany's exports to the U.S. fell to their lowest level since 2021 in July, with a significant month-on-month decline of 7.9%, indicating a troubling trend for the German economy [6][8] Group 2 - The overall industrial output in Germany has been declining for eight consecutive quarters, with a year-on-year decrease of 2.1% in the second quarter, reflecting a broader economic downturn [10][12] - The automotive industry, a cornerstone of the German economy, is facing severe challenges due to increased tariffs, which could result in additional costs amounting to billions of euros annually for manufacturers [13][15] - Employment in the industrial sector has been adversely affected, with approximately 51,500 jobs lost in the automotive industry alone, representing nearly 7% of total jobs in that sector [19][20] Group 3 - The crisis has highlighted the vulnerabilities of an export-oriented economy like Germany's, particularly in the current geopolitical climate, where reliance on external demand poses significant risks [22] - Calls for renegotiation of the trade agreement with the U.S. reflect a sense of urgency and frustration within the German machinery sector, emphasizing the need for a more balanced approach to trade [20][22] - The situation necessitates a deeper introspection for Germany, focusing on overcoming internal challenges such as technological innovation and adapting to an increasingly uncertain global market [22]