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Germany plans to curb Ehegattensplitting and spousal co‑insurance, sparking fears of higher costs for married couples Proposed changes to Ehegattensplitting and spousal co‑insurance in Germany could raise costs for married …

Thousands of doctors urge Germany to introduce sugar tax on sweetened drinks About 4,000 doctors and 1,000+ nutrition and diabetes advisers urge Germany to impose a sugar tax on sweetened …

Germany approves fuel tax cut and optional €1,000 relief premium for employees Bundestag approves two-month fuel tax cut; Bundesrat backs the tank discount and will vote on a voluntary tax-free …

EU Commission rejects overprofit tax, says member states may act nationally EU Commission says it has no plans for an overprofit tax and will not speculate on future EU-wide measures, …

Germany’s fuel tax revenue falls short as higher pump prices leave federal budget with a net loss, ministry model shows Model by Germany’s finance ministry indicates VAT gains are outweighed …

Merz’s Chief of Staff Thorsten Frei Opposes Higher Taxes for Top Earners Thorsten Frei rejects higher taxes for top earners as a way to fund relief for middle-income workers, opening …

Chancellor Merz and Minister Reiche Clash Over Kerosene Supply as Government Seeks Answers Katherina Reiche says Germany’s kerosene supply is secure, rejecting claims of an imminent shortage and contradicting Chancellor …

German doctors call for tobacco tax increase revenues to be earmarked for healthcare German GPs and the federal drug commissioner demand that tobacco tax increase revenues be earmarked for prevention, …

Fuel prices rise again in Germany after midday spike, ADAC data shows Germany sees renewed increase in fuel prices after a midday surge; ADAC reports sharp jumps in E10 and …