German unemployment rises in November The number of unemployed people in Germany rose in line with analysts' expectations in November, Labour Office figures showed today. Business • 3 hrs
German inflation continues downward trend in November German inflation eased more than expected in November due to lower energy prices, data from the federal statistics office showed today. Business • 22 hrs
German government likey to suspend debt brake again Germany's ruling coalition is expected to agree a supplementary budget today that will temporarily lift a self-imposed cap on borrowing limits after a constitutional court … Business • 27 Nov
Germany's economy shrinks slightly in third quarter Germany's economy shrank slightly in the third quarter compared with the previous three months, data from its statistics office showed today. Business • 24 Nov
Euro zone business activity fell again in November The downturn in euro zone business activity eased in November but remained broadbased, suggesting the bloc's economy will contract again this quarter as consumers continue … Business • 23 Nov
ECB warns property slump could last years The euro zone's sinking commercial property sector could struggle for years, the European Central Bank said today, posing a threat to the banks and investors … Business • 21 Nov
Germany heading for another poor quarter - Bundesbank Germany's economy will likely shrink again this quarter and its recovery will be arduous, even if there are some signs an improvement could come early … Business • 20 Nov
Germany makes arrest over ecstasy-spiked champagne German prosecutors said they had arrested a suspect in the case of a 52-year-old man who died after unwittingly drinking champagne laced with ecstasy at … World • 16 Nov
Siemens sales outlook beats forecasts after record Q4 Siemens said today that its sales growth would slow in 2024 but still beat expectations with an outlook that factors in continuing destocking by customers … Business • 16 Nov
Siemens Energy reviews wind unit set-up after big loss Siemens Energy is reviewing the structure of Siemens Gamesa, it said today, in a bid to return to profit the struggling wind division that caused … Business • 15 Nov
German investor morale improves in November - ZEW German investor morale improved more than expected in November, entering positive territory for the first time since April, the ZEW economic research institute said today. Business • 14 Nov
Allianz retains outlook despite 30% slump in Q3 profit Allianz has today posted a 30% fall in third-quarter net profit, dragged down by claims from natural catastrophes, but kept its full-year profit outlook. Business • 10 Nov
Pupil killed in German school shooting A pupil shot and killed a fellow student at a German school, authorities said, in the latest in a series of youth murders in the … World • 09 Nov
Germany's electricity price relief for ailing industry Germany has today announced a huge relief package including tax cuts on electricity for the manufacturing sector, in a bid to shore up an economy … Business • 09 Nov
Commerzbank's Q3 net profit more than triples Germany's Commerzbank said today its that net profit more than tripled in the third quarter, better than expected and helped by higher interest rates, as … Business • 08 Nov
Tesla to build €25,000 car at German plant - source Tesla will build a €25,000 car at its factory near Berlin, a source with knowledge of the matter said today, in a long-awaited development for … Business • 06 Nov
Hamburg airport hostage standoff over, suspect arrested Police have arrested a man and rescued a child at the centre of a hostage standoff at Hamburg airport, ending a crisis that had forced … World • 05 Nov
BMW reports higher Q3 margin, sticks to annual forecast BMW has today reported a higher third-quarter margin in its core cars business, striking a more optimistic tone than some competitors as it confirmed its … Business • 03 Nov
Q3 sales at Hugo Boss match market expectations Hugo Boss has today reaffirmed its full-year outlook after posting quarterly results in line with analysts' expectations, supported by strong demand for its products despite … Business • 02 Nov
German finance minister casts doubt on 2030 coal exit German Finance Minister Christian Lindner today called into question the government's aim to end coal use in Europe's largest economy by 2030. World • 01 Nov
Irish woman missing in Germany found safe A Donegal woman who had been missing in Berlin since Saturday night has been found. World • 31 Oct
German business sentiment improves in October German business morale improved more than expected in October, following five consecutive months of decline, a survey showed today, but economists still fear a recession. Business • 25 Oct
Deutsche Bank shares up as it flags dividends, buyback Deutsche Bank has today promised more share buybacks next year and said it may return more capital to investors than it had previously envisaged, sparking … Business • 25 Oct
One dead, four missing after ship sinks in North Sea One person has died and four others are missing after a collision between two cargo ships in the North Sea, one of which sand, German … World • 24 Oct
German economy likely shrunk in Q3 - Bundesbank Germany's economy likely contracted in the third quarter, the Bundesbank said in a monthly report today, amid declining industrial production, a shrinking construction sector and … Business • 23 Oct
