World growth is increasing, although it is still quite weak. But together with the sharp slide of the euro and the low interest rates, this will have a positive impact on exports and production in Germany.

Unemployment has increased over the past few months, so consumer confidence is in danger of weakening with the work force feeling more insecure. This is a problem because that is the main engine of growth at the moment.

The output figures weren't that good, though maybe they weren't that surprising if you look at most of the other data that has come out in recent months.

The capitalization of the Russian market last year almost doubled and posted considerable growth at the start of this year.

'Tis thus the mercury of man is fix'd, Strong grows the virtue with his nature mix'd.

Grows with his growth, and strengthens with his strength.