Germany Eyes Direct Payout Mechanism to Deliver Fast Relief for Rising Energy Costs German officials reconsider a Direct Payout Mechanism to send cash straight to citizens’ bank accounts as a …
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Volkswagen Weighs Xpeng Alliance to Build Chinese EVs in Europe
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerVW Unyx 08 headline-grabber sparks renewed push for China–Europe production deals VW Unyx 08: China-made electric SUV combines 800‑volt fast charging and automated driving, renewing debate over partnerships to build …
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Unicredit launches takeover bid for Commerzbank as Berlin weighs intervention
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerUnicredit takeover of Commerzbank advances as Berlin weighs KfW intervention Unicredit takeover of Commerzbank: UniCredit launches a share-swap offer, Berlin weighs a KfW stake to block the bid, and Commerzbank …
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Merz faces setback as United States declines missile stationing and Germany weighs purchases
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoMerz faces setback as US declines stationing of US medium-range missiles in Germany Merz faces a diplomatic setback after Washington declines to station US medium-range missiles in Germany; Berlin explores …
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VAT increase could raise nearly €50 billion as government weighs plan
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerGermany Considers VAT Increase as Quick Fix to Close Budget Gap Government weighs raising VAT to bolster revenues; economists estimate €30–€50bn gain, but experts warn of regressive effects and inflationary …
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Strait of Hormuz blockade by Iran traps tankers as Trump weighs US counterblockade
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerStrait of Hormuz Blockade Stalls Tankers and Tests U.S. Economic Leverage Iran’s renewed blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has trapped tankers and strained global energy routes, forcing U.S. policymakers …