BGH Strikes Down Riester Fees
Germany's BGH ruled annual Riester fees on building-society contracts invalid, and affected savers can reclaim them.
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Delve into the financial news that shapes economies. From stock market trends to economic policies, this category brings you the latest financial insights and news, ensuring you are well-informed about the economic factors that can influence your financial decisions in Germany.
Deutsche Bank Profit Hits Record in Q2
Deutsche Bank profit hit a record 1.9 billion euros in Q2 2026, its best-ever second quarter, led by investment banking.
SAP Q2 Cloud Growth Beats, Shares Fall
SAP Q2 results beat expectations with 24 percent cloud growth, yet the shares fell on margin and AI worries.
ECB Holds Rates, Hike Still Possible
The ECB holds rates at 2.25 percent after June's surprise hike, and borrowing costs in Germany may not have peaked.
Krankenkassen Fund Losses: 170 Million Euros Gone
Krankenkassen fund losses reach 170 million euros as insurers bet member money on risky property funds, reports say.
Iran Fears Keep DAX Below 25,000
Iran tensions and oil prices keep the DAX below 25,000. What the correction means for ETF savers and expats in Germany.
UniCredit Commerzbank Takeover Bid Fails
UniCredit's Commerzbank takeover bid has failed after almost no free-float shareholders backed the offer this July.
DAX record high powers July rally
A DAX record high in early July lifted German shares, boosting ETFs and long-term retirement savings portfolios.
Germany's Inflation Rate Dips Below 2%: A Temporary Relief?
Germany's inflation rate has dropped below 2% for the first time in over three years.
Lidl: A New Contender in Cloud Services and AI
Europe's largest retailer, the Schwarz Group, is expanding aggressively into cloud computing, cybersecurity, and AI.
German Economic Dynamics Amid Global Technological Shifts
Germany is navigating a difficult balance between economic opportunity and security concerns over reliance on Chinese technology.
Germany's Economic Stagnation: The Need for Urgent Reform
Economist Clemens Fuest warns Germany is drifting from its industrial roots. Here is what the push for economic reform means for expats living and working…