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Germany defends military spending record ahead of NATO summit after Trump criticism

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended Germany’s record on military spending after criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, insisting that Berlin has made substantial progress in strengthening its armed forces and should not hesitate to highlight those efforts. The remarks come just......

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann steps down after shock World Cup exit

Germany’s national football team has entered a period of uncertainty after head coach Julian Nagelsmann stepped down following the country’s early exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the German Football Association confirmed on Friday. The decision comes after internal discussions between......

Germany's services sector shrinks again in June as business conditions show signs of stabilizing

Germany's services sector remained in contraction for a third consecutive month in June, although the pace of decline eased as cost pressures moderated and business activity proved more resilient than initially estimated. The latest HCOB Germany Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled......

Volkswagen to replace bonus system with new performance model from 2027

Volkswagen is preparing a major overhaul of its employee performance and compensation framework, with plans to eliminate its current bonus system from 2027 as part of a broader corporate transformation, according to a report published by Germany's Bild newspaper. The changes are expected to form......

Deutsche Bank agrees pay rise deal for Postbank employees after Union talks

Deutsche Bank has reached a new wage agreement with labour unions covering thousands of employees at its Postbank division, concluding months of negotiations over pay increases in Germany’s banking sector. The deal provides structured salary rises for employees over a 28-month period, easing tensions......

German coalition unveils reform package featuring €10 billion tax relief and pension changes

Germany's ruling coalition has announced a broad package of economic and social reforms aimed at boosting growth, easing pressure on households and addressing housing shortages, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces mounting political challenges. The measures include €10 billion ($11 billion)......

Germany explores expanding U.S. weapons production domestically, Financial Times reports

Germany is reportedly seeking to expand the domestic production of U.S.-designed weapons, according to the Financial Times, in a move aimed at strengthening European defense capabilities and reducing reliance on external military supply chains. Citing informed sources, the newspaper reported that Berlin......

German investigators search DFB headquarters in ticket allocation probe linked to Euro 2024

German authorities have carried out coordinated searches across the country, including at the headquarters of the German Football Association (DFB), as part of an investigation into suspected irregularities involving the allocation of tickets for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, according to a report by......