IFO's Fuest: I'm Skeptical of Trump Protectionism

The transcript discusses Germany's concerns about potential US protectionist policies under Donald Trump, with skepticism about their impact on Germany. It highlights the importance of US-Germany trade relations and speculates on the effects of US economic policies, such as reflation and interest rate changes, on the German economy. The discussion also touches on the potential future economic scenarios and the time it might take for Trump's policies to materialize.

What are the expectations regarding U.S. protectionist policies under Donald Trump as mentioned in the text?

How does the speaker feel about the potential for Donald Trump to adopt protectionist policies towards Germany?

What factors could influence the strength of German exports in 2017 according to the text?

What is the significance of the U.S. being Germany's most important export market?

What are the potential economic implications of reflation in the U.S. for Germany?