German factory production expands at fastest rate for a year

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German industry has rebounded more strongly than expected at the start of this year after factory production grew at the fastest rate for a year in February, thanks to strong growth in construction and carmaking.

The 2.1 per cent monthly increase in output was the second month of solid growth for German industry after growth was…