New EU Packaging Rules Start August 12
New EU packaging rules from August 12 ban PFAS chemicals in food-contact packaging and expand reuse collection systems.
Cost of Living
Your gauge on affordability and economic trends in Germany. Our in-depth coverage provides comparative analysis of living expenses, expert budgeting advice, and the latest fluctuations in the cost of living, empowering you with the knowledge to navigate Germany’s economic environment.
July Inflation Jumps to 2.8 Percent
German July inflation rose to 2.8 percent, a three-month high, as energy prices jumped after a fuel-duty cut expired.
What Changes in August 2026 in Germany
A quick guide to the changes in August 2026 in Germany, from school care and AI labels to train points and solar pay.
German Rents Rise as Supply Shrinks
German rents rose 4 percent as rental listings shrank, but Berlin and cooling metros offer expats rare relief.
Cigarette Prices Set to Near 12 Euros by 2030
Cigarette prices in Germany are set to climb to nearly 12 euros a pack by 2030 under a new tobacco tax draft law.
Food Prices in Germany Up 36 Percent Since 2020
Food prices in Germany rose 36.3 percent since 2020, far above general inflation. What drove it and how to save.
New 3-Euro Parcel Fee on Cheap Imports
A new parcel fee scraps the EU's 150-euro exemption and makes Temu and Shein orders more expensive from July 1.
German Inflation Eases to 2.3 Percent
German inflation eased to 2.3 percent in June, easing pressure on everyday costs though core prices stayed higher.
Fuel Prices Jump as Tax Break Ends
German fuel prices jumped about 17 cents per litre from July 1 as the temporary energy tax break finally expired.
Germany Health Insurance Premiums Will Rise in 2026
Major German statutory health insurers confirm premiums will rise in 2026. Expats covered by public health insurance should know what to expect and how…
Germany Plans 2026 Pension Increase of Around 3.7 Percent
Germany's 21 million pensioners are set for a roughly 3.7 percent pension rise in 2026.
VW Reports €1 Billion Loss as Porsche Struggles Deepen
Volkswagen reported a loss of over one billion euros in Q3 2025, one of its worst quarters in years.