Daily Briefing 27.01.2026, 16:55 (CET)

German auto giants expand market share in Europe in 2025

German car manufacturers increased their market share in Europe last year, industry figures showed.

Germany's shadow economy grows to over €500 billion

Germany's shadow economy in 2025 reached its highest level in more than a decade amid the country's economic struggles, according to a new study.

German defence minister: Talks progressing on NATO Greenland mission

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius expressed optimism about a joint NATO mission to Greenland with the United States.

Survivors take centre stage at Auschwitz liberation commemoration

The voices of the survivors are expected to be at the forefront of the commemoration ceremony for the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the former German Nazi concentration and extermin...

Veteran German state leader steps down ahead of election as AfD looms

Germany's longest-serving state premier is stepping down ahead of a crucial election later this year that could see the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) make unprecedented gains.

German scouting group accused of hundreds of sexual assault offences

A Christian scouting group in Germany has been found responsible for hundreds of sexual assaults and rapes of minors.

Germany's Deutsche Bahn targets €500 million in management cuts

The head of Deutsche Bahn is aiming to cut €500 million ($595 million) per year in management costs, as Germany's railway operator seeks to find a way to profitability.

Minister: German economic growth not satisfactory

German Minister for Economic Affairs Katherina Reiche expects slight growth in Germany this year, but she said the figures are not satisfactory.

Survey: Cost and range worries slow Germany's shift to electric cars

German drivers are holding back from buying electric cars on cost, range and charger availability grounds, according to a new survey conducted for the ZVEI electrical and digital sector ass...

Germany needs foreign workers to fill vacancies, says labour minister

Germany urgently needs foreign workers to fill the country's many open jobs, Labour Minister Bärbel Bas said.