Germany 13-10-2003 Deficit to top 40bn Euros Germany’s fiscal deficit will top Ђ40 billion this year, a record sum nearly double the previous forecasts that could yet rise to 5 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP)…… Sign in or Upgrade to Continue Reading This news article is over 10 days old. Subscribe today to access all articles with an annual subscription. Become a member Learn more Already a subscriber? Log in here #GDP#i#unemployment