Tag: Germany
“The boom is over” – the construction minister announces a funding program for the purchase of existing houses
Berlin Federal Construction Minister Klara Geywitz has announced more support for families when buying a house. “We have a lot of old houses and we have a growing need for…
Consumers are threatened with a double-digit jump in gas prices at the turn of the year
Berlin Gas customers may have to prepare for higher prices again at the turn of the year. The reason: The Ministry of Finance wants to set a higher VAT on…
Daimler truck boss warns of “rise of nationalism in Germany”
Martin Daum, CEO of the vehicle manufacturer Daimler Truck The CEO warns of the strengthening of the Alternative for Germany (AfD). (Photo: dpa) Berlin Daimler Truck boss Martin Daum has…
EU renovation obligation – new cost shock for homeowners?
Renovate or not? Many homeowners wonder what rules and costs they will incur. (Photo: imago images/Sabine Gudath) Brussels, Berlin The anger of some homeowners over the heating law recently passed…
Locusts or value creators? These are the most important people in the private equity industry in Germany
Private equity manager Who are the people driving the private equity industry in Germany? Dusseldorf Since SPD politician Franz Müntefering described them as “locusts,” private equity managers in Germany have…
USA and Germany emphasize long-term support for Ukraine
Foreign Minister Annelena Baerbock and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken Over the past year and a half, Baerbock has been one of his closest colleagues when it comes to…
Creditors are demanding more than 700 million euros from the insolvent EnBW subsidiary
Biogas plant BMP Greengas purchased biomethane from suppliers in order to then sell it on to municipal utilities and garden centers. (Photo: imago images/Countrypixel) Dusseldorf Creditors in shock and almost…
“The boom is over” – the construction minister announces a funding program for the purchase of existing houses
Klara Geywitz The minister countered allegations that the recently passed Building Energy Act would lead to the “expropriation” of owners of older properties. (Photo: IMAGO/Daniel Kubirski) Berlin Federal Construction Minister…
Thuringian CDU defends vote with AfD
Mario Voigt, leader of the CDU parliamentary group in the Thuringian state parliament “We have to convince people with content, then we can win them back from the margins.” (Photo:…
Thuringian CDU defends vote with AfD
Mario Voigt, leader of the CDU parliamentary group in the Thuringian state parliament “We have to convince people with content, then we can win them back from the margins.” (Photo:…
Possible EU tariffs on electric cars are fueling fears of a trade war with China
Beijing, Brussels, Berlin Ursula von der Leyen has sparked concerns in Germany about a trade conflict with China. The EU Commission President had announced that she would take action against…
“We will be in a much better position”
Karl Lauterbach (SPD) The Minister of Health was criticized from many quarters because of shortages of medicines. (Photo: Reuters) Berlin Health Minister Karl Lauterbach (SPD) has presented measures to combat…
Germany, Netherlands and Belgium launched iPhone 12 review
Apple recently introduced the iPhone 15 series and made its new models available for pre-order. from France simultaneously with the event. Ban iPhone 12 The decision has come. Other European…
Industry association VCI: Chemical industry continues to reduce production
Chemical plant in Saxony According to the industry association VCI, the industry is in a deep crisis. (Photo: dpa) Frankfurt The German chemical industry further reduced its production in the…
SAP gives fathers six weeks of paid leave after the birth of a child
Father with child The software company SAP has announced that from next year in Germany fathers and all other partners will be given six weeks of paid leave from the…
Industry association VCI: Chemical industry continues to reduce production
Chemical plant in Saxony According to the industry association VCI, the industry is in a deep crisis. (Photo: dpa) Frankfurt The German chemical industry further reduced its production in the…
Reform of employee participation would attract talent to Germany
Fight for sought-after talent Start-ups often attract talented employees with a stake in the company. (Photo: Moment/Getty Images) Berlin Federal Finance Minister Lindner wants to make it easier for start-ups…
Network agency wants to forego billion-dollar mobile phone auction
Cell phone antennas In return for the extension of the usage rights, Telekom, Vodafone and Telefónica should undertake to improve their network in sparsely populated areas and on transport routes.…
Climate researcher Latif on Mediterranean storms: “Explosive brew”
Climate scientist Mojib Latif According to the expert, the consequences of climate change have been dealt with too carelessly in the past. (Photo: dpa) Dusseldorf Forest fires in the Mediterranean…
Basic child protection is not initially in the cabinet
Lisa Paus (Green Party) The family minister wanted to get her project through the cabinet today, but technical questions apparently still remain open. (Photo: dpa) Berlin Basic child security will…