As German Chancellor Friedrich Merz prepares for his first visit to the White House Thursday, investors are backing him to lead an economic resurgence, driven by a major program of spending on ...

Merz Stumbled in Bid to Become Germany’s Chancellor. What Happens Now? Friedrich Merz was poised to be sworn in as chancellor but did not win enough votes in Parliament.

Friedrich Merz failed to be elected German chancellor Tuesday, after he fell short of securing a majority in a shock first-round parliamentary vote. Merz needed at least 316 votes to become ...