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BUSINESSAug 3Germany's factory activity grows in July; PMI rises to 52.2 on stronger export demandGermany's factory activity grew in July, with the PMI rising to 52.2. This increase is attributed to stronger export demand.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 3Germany's June retail sales fall 1.1%, biggest monthly drop since May 2025Germany's retail sales for June fell by 1.1%, marking the largest monthly decrease since May 2025. This decline in sales indicates a notable shift in consumer spending within the German economy.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 3China made Germany car giants . Now it helping break them . - Governor Wind Energy CoalitionChina, which previously supported German car manufacturers, is now contributing to their decline. This statement comes from the Governor Wind Energy Coalition, highlighting a shift in international economic dynamics.governorswindenergycoalition.org · United States
BUSINESSAug 2Germany news: DB hampered by 'organized irresponsibility'DB chief Evelyn Palla wants to overcome the culture of ''organized irresponsibility" by empowering new decision-makers within the railway operator. Bavarian brass musicians have wrapped up a 72-hour concert. DW has more.DW News [en]
BUSINESSAug 1Germany weighs the future of minijobsGermany's popular minijob system allows millions of workers, including students, to avoid paying income tax or social security contributions. But a reform is on the cards that may soon end this advantage.DW News [en]
BUSINESSAug 1‘Not in my basement’: Why has Germany been so slow to adopt smart meters and what’s it costing?Only around five per cent of German households have a smart meter – compared to almost universal rollout in many other EU nations.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 31Germany news: Unemployment tops 3 million as industry slumpsOver three million people are currently unemployed in Germany, with 1.1 million drawing unemployment checks, authorities say. Also, sales of air conditioners have doubled as heat continues to crush cities.DW News [en]
BUSINESSJul 31Germany Q2 GDP rises 0.9% Y/Y, beating estimatesGermany's Q2 GDP rose by 0.9% year-over-year, which exceeded economic estimates. This provides an update on the country's economic performance.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 30BMW to Volkswagen: How deep is Germany's auto industry cull?BMW joins VW, Porsche and Mercedes-Benz in cutting thousands of jobs, as Chinese rivals erode their market share. DW recaps the major reforms German automakers are pursuing to safeguard their future.DW News [en]
BUSINESSJul 30Germany news: Deutsche Bahn reportedly returns to profitRail operator Deutsche Bahn has reportedly returned to profit for the first time in years, helped by rising demand. Meanwhile, a court is set to make a ruling on the forwarding of private WhatsApp messages. DW has more.DW News [en]
BUSINESSJul 30Germany's GDP grows 0.9% Y/YGermany's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased by 0.9% year-over-year. This indicates the country's economic growth rate.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 29Vinted taps DHL’s Germany collection points to expand second-hand marketYahoo Finance
BUSINESSJul 29Wind and solar overtake fossil fuels in Germany – but negative electricity prices still rifeDespite several setbacks to electrification, Germany is expected to phase out coal much faster than originally planned.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 29Germany news: BMW to cut up to 8,000 jobsThe auto giant BMW has become the latest German car company to announce major job cuts, projected to shed 8,000 by the end of 2027. Meanwhile, new ministers have been appointed to the German government. DW has more.DW News [en]
BUSINESSJul 28Germany: Online tourist accommodation bookings hit new peakVacation rental bookings through online platforms have climbed to a new record in Germany. The figures reveal major regional differences in where certain tourists like to go.DW News [en]
BUSINESSJul 25Germany Mulls Energy Development Expansion Programme , Trading With NigeriaGermany is considering expanding its energy development program and trading activities with Nigeria. This highlights potential international economic and energy policy shifts between the two nations.leadership.ng · Nigeria
BUSINESSJul 21Germany’s Intersnack to buy US peer Utz in $2.9bn dealGerman company Intersnack is set to acquire its U.S. counterpart, Utz, in a significant business deal valued at $2.9 billion. This marks a major acquisition in the snack industry.Yahoo Finance
BUSINESSJul 19Survey: Half of Germany's top earners consider moving abroadWithin a year, more than 288,000 Germans have moved abroad. A recent survey suggests many highly skilled professionals are eyeing a move – and most do not expect to return soon.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 19Merz pitches Germany as ‘Europe’s bedrock of stability’ to investorsChancellor aims to replicate success of Macron’s ‘Choose France’ summit with Berlin eventFinancial Times
BUSINESSJul 18China’s Xpeng plants a flag in Germany’s auto heartland with Mona L03 launchChinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng made its European ambitions clear on Thursday, as the firm unveiled its Mona L03 compact SUV at an event in the heart of Germany’s car industry, Munich. The launch, arguably the largest ever staged in Europe by a Chinese carmaker, was not just about introducing a new model, but also about convincing Europe that Xpeng is here to stay. “We are here not only to bring our products to Europe, but also to build them for Europe,” said He Xiaopeng, Xpeng’s chairman...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 16Fifteen homes for the price of a city flat in Germany's mini-villageIn Thuringia, Germany, an entire mini-village is up for sale for €390,000, including 15 buildings, but the dream comes with a catch.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 16Germany's Delivery Hero backs €13 billion takeover by UberGerman food delivery giant Delivery Hero said it supports Uber's €13 billion takeover offer, which would significantly expand the US ride-hailing company's global food delivery network.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 13Germany Ruhr Valley : Cities on brink of financial collapseCities within Germany's Ruhr Valley region are reportedly facing imminent financial collapse.dw.com · Germany
BUSINESSJul 12Germany's Ruhr Valley is on brink of financial collapseWith tax revenues down and social spending up, more and more cities and towns in the Ruhrgebiet are struggling to make ends meet. One city that is particularly deep in the red is Oberhausen.DW News [en]