Drop-In: Will Germany's reform plans spark an economic recovery?

A series of tax, pension and labour market reforms has raised hopes that Germany's new government is finally tackling the structural problems holding back the economy. The key questions are whether these measures will do enough to lift growth and how long they will take to deliver meaningful economic benefits.

In this special online briefing, our Europe economists will assess what the reforms mean for Germany's outlook and its ability to compete in the global economy. During this concise session, the team will answer your questions as they discuss:

• What the reforms mean for Germany's public finances, labour market and household savings;
• Why we continue to expect Germany's growth to fall short of the consensus;
• Whether the reforms are enough to restore Germany's long-term competitiveness, and when stronger growth is likely to emerge.