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German industry reports rising material shortages as ifo survey shows 15.9% of firms affected German industry faces rising material shortages—ifo survey: 15.9% of firms hit in May. Oil and petrochemical …

German pharmacies battle closures and online competition as owners adapt with social media and new services German pharmacies face closures and online competition; owners use Instagram, extra services and cannabis …

Germany’s 500‑billion special fund: government report lists projects and reignites debate Berlin reveals how the 500‑billion special fund (Sondervermögen) is being spent, naming major projects and prompting renewed questions about …

German fuel prices fall in May after tankrabatt and weaker crude oil push pump costs down German fuel prices fell in May after the government’s temporary tankrabatt and lower crude …

German government leaves BAföG increase uncertain ahead of July reform Government says BAföG increase is ‘subject to financing’ as internal talks continue; ministry expects reform in July but benefit rise …

German SMEs Eye Defense Industry as €200 Billion State Investment Sparks Interest Survey: German SMEs increasingly consider the defense industry as a €200 billion state buildup creates new markets, despite …

Germany’s €500 Billion Infrastructure Program Records Only Partial Progress, Finance Ministry Report Shows Federal Finance Ministry’s 380-page accountability report finds partial target achievement in 2025 for Germany’s €500 billion infrastructure …

German companies return to the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum to protect assets and rebuild ties German companies return to the St. Petersburg Economic Forum to protect assets and rebuild …

German businesses return to St. Petersburg Economic Forum as trade and sanctions shape debate German companies attend St. Petersburg Economic Forum, signaling a cautious reopening of ties with Russia amid …