What Happens When Your Landlord’s Utility Bill Goes Unpaid?
Tenants across Germany are losing water, gas, or electricity over their landlord’s unpaid bills. This happens even when the tenant is fully paid up on rent...
Germany’s 2027 Health Budget Drops by €7.4 Billion
Germany’s federal health budget falls to €14.33 billion in 2027. That is down from €21.77 billion in 2026. The federal health budget cut totals roughly...
Electricity Prices in Germany Hit 35.6 Cents per kWh
Germany’s household electricity price hit 35.6 cents per kWh in Q2 2026. That was the highest household electricity price among G20 economies that quarter....
Tobacco Tax Rises Every Year From 2027
Germany plans to raise the tobacco tax (Tabaksteuer) every year from 2027 to 2030. The increases could add up to €3.59 billion a year in extra revenue by 2030....
What Are the New EU Warranty and Guarantee Labels?
From September 27, 2026, sellers must use two new EU labels. Guarantee terms used to vary widely between shops. Marketing language around them was often confusing....
New EU Data Act Rules Give You Access to Device Data
From September 12, 2026, new connected devices sold in Germany must give you access to the data they collect about you. This data access requirement comes from the...
Germany Bans Vague Eco-Friendly and Climate Neutral Claims
Vague environmental marketing claims become illegal in Germany starting September 27, 2026. Terms like “eco-friendly” and “climate neutral”...
Altersvorsorgedepot Replaces Riester Starting 2027
Germany’s parliament has replaced the Riester pension with a new investment account. The Altersvorsorgedepot lets you invest your retirement savings in funds,...
KfW’s Barrier-Free Renovation Grant Ran Out in Four Months
Germany’s federal grant for barrier-free home renovations has stopped taking new applications. Barrier-free renovations remove obstacles like steps, narrow...
You Can Now Vote on Germany’s Next Euro Banknotes
The European Central Bank (ECB) wants your input on future euro banknotes. Voting on ten finalist designs runs until September 21, 2026. Anyone in Europe can take...