US Push to Revive Nord Stream Sparks Debate Over Russian Gas Return to Germany
US-backed discussions about reopening the Nord Stream pipelines could reshape Europe's energy policy.
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Germany Faces Third Year of Economic Stagnation
The German government has revised its 2025 growth forecast to zero, marking three straight years of economic stagnation - the longest such stretch for…
Coalition Rift Emerges Over €15 Minimum Wage Promise
CDU/CSU and SPD are clashing over the €15 minimum wage pledge in their coalition deal. Here is what the dispute means for workers and expats across Germany.
Germany’s New Coalition Unveils Massive Economic Relief Plan Amid Industry Struggles
Friedrich Merz's CDU/CSU-SPD coalition has released a sweeping economic plan to revive Germany's struggling economy, with measures that will affect jobs and…
New Study Reveals €1,200 Basic Income Boosts Wellbeing Without Reducing Work
A new German study finds that a €1,200 monthly basic income improves wellbeing without reducing employment, fuelling fresh debate over replacing the…
Trump’s Global Tariff Offensive Hits Germany Hard as EU Struggles to Respond
New US tariffs are dealing a significant blow to Germany's export-driven economy.
Government Pushes Mandatory Card Payment in All Shops
Germany's incoming coalition government wants to require all shops to accept card payments, a major step away from the country's long-standing preference…
Future of Deutschlandticket in Question Despite Proven Climate and Cost Benefits
Germany's popular €49 Deutschlandticket has cut emissions and saved billions, yet its long-term funding remains in doubt - a pressing concern for expats who…
Public Spending in Germany Surpasses Two Trillion Euros Amid Rising Deficits
Germany's public sector exceeded two trillion euros in spending for the first time in 2024, raising questions about fiscal sustainability as deficits…
Trump’s New Tariffs Trigger Trade Crisis with EU and China
Donald Trump's sweeping new import tariffs have escalated trade tensions with the EU and China, creating significant uncertainty for Germany's manufacturers…
Insolvencies Surge Across Germany as Pressure Mounts on Businesses
Corporate bankruptcies are rising sharply across Germany, with Baden-Württemberg among the hardest hit.
Tax Clash Deepens as CDU and SPD Struggle Over Budget in Coalition Talks
Germany's CDU/CSU and SPD are deadlocked over tax policy as coalition negotiations reach a critical phase.