A key barometer of German business sentiment has dropped to levels not seen in almost two years. The latest Ifo benchmark index suggested Europe's biggest economy may be in for a bumpy ride in the months to come.
Deutsche Welle: German business climate hits near-two-year low
German Chancellor Angela Merkel (R) and Russian President Vladimir Putin chat during the second half of the 2014 FIFA World Cup final football match between Germany and Argentina at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on July 13.