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Germany’s recovery shows signs of broad improvement

(de-news.net) – With fewer job losses, higher real incomes, and higher consumer expectations, Germany’s economic recovery is tentatively getting stronger. Weak hiring, muted purchase intentions,…

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As Merz calls for optimism, Germany’s coalition must tackle reforms

(de-news.net) – At the close of the Cabinet retreat at Neuhardenberg Castle, Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) called for Germany to move beyond what he described…

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Germany’s Cabinet debates heat, climate adaptation, and policy priorities (Update)

(de-news.net) – The Federal Cabinet is wrapping up a two-day retreat at Neuhardenberg Castle in Brandenburg, where ministers are examining the heat wave that has…

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SPD pushes climate adaptation plan as wildfires test Germany’s response

(de-news.net) – Germany’s debate over enshrining climate adaptation in the Basic Law is intensifying as political divisions persist over how the Federal Government should share…

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Heat, drought, and rising costs test Germany’s municipalities and farms (Update)

(de-news.net) – As prolonged heat and drought expose weaknesses in climate adaptation, water infrastructure and farm economics, towns and the agricultural industry across Germany are…

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Germany’s labor market faces pressure from AI and shorter hours

(de-news.net) – Germany’s labor market faces a dual shift as businesses increasingly expect AI to widen wage disparities while average working time declines. The trends…

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Extreme weather deepens risks for Germany’s economy

(de-news.net) – Germany’s economy faces mounting pressure from extreme heat, record-low river levels, trade tensions and energy costs. Economists warn that prolonged disruptions could weaken…

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Germany’s pension reform plans disputed over retirement at 64.5

(de-news.net) – Germany’s proposed pension reform has triggered a widening political dispute over plans to abolish retirement without deductions after 45 years of contributions. While…

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