German consumers benefit as Chinese goods reroute amid US tariffs

German consumers benefit as Chinese goods reroute amid US tariffs

Shoppers in Berlin enjoy lower prices as Chinese imports rise following US tariffs. BERLIN – German shoppers are reaping the benefits of a global trade shuffle as Chinese exporters redirect goods away from the United States following Washington’s recent tariff hikes. The result: increased imports to Germany and more competitive prices for local consumers. According to Germany’s Federal Statistical Office, imports from China rose 10.5% in the fir…