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„We have several downside risks for inflation“
ECB Governing Council member Olli Rehn warns against complacency regarding inflation. There are numerous downside risks, not least because of political developments in the US. A Fed that is no longer independent could lead to turbulence on the financial markets.
Bold step by German supervisors on small bank regulation
The Bundesbank and BaFin have proposed a simplification of regulations for small banks. But careful consideration is needed as to how far the EU should deviate from the Basel framework.
New ideas needed
The structural problems in the labour market are there for all to see, but can be overcome. It just takes the courage to come up with some new ideas.
„This could be disruptive for the markets“
Trading tokenized shares is on the rise. But Markus Fehn of Chartered Investment argues that the market has to move further towards fully on-chain solutions.
„Made in Germany“ brain chips
For the first time ever, a „Made in Germany“ brain chip has been implanted in a human being. The developer is Freiburg based Cortec. Chief Technology Officer Martin Schüttler discusses what the future holds for the company.
The hydrogen energy transition is faltering
Thyssenkrupp is negotiating with the German government over bigger subsidies for green steel projects. The economic viability of hydrogen in the energy transition is being called into question.
German companies are cutting jobs
Trade disputes with the United States and weak domestic economic activity are forcing German companies to tighten their belts. Consultants EY and mechanical engineering association VDMA have recently published data showing employment trends.
DZ Bank eyes ESG-led growth
From McKinsey consultant to Head of Sustainability at DZ Bank. Lennart Stackebrandt took up his new post last December at the bank, which puts ESG factors at the heart of its growth strategy.
Consolidation in a continuous loop
Every year, dozens of small banks in Germany disappear as a result of mergers. But among the Landesbanks there is little activity – and a cross-pillar merger between Helaba and Aareal would be a rarity.
German banks divided over US real estate lending
Deutsche Pfandbriefbank is paying a high price for its withdrawal from the US real estate market. The one-off negative impact in the first half of the year was 314 million euros.
Modest 2H recovery in TV advertising expected
The TV advertising business in Germany is struggling to gain momentum, but looks set to improve in the second half. RTL and ProSiebenSat.1 both have strong growth in streaming business – but this is not yet profitable.
Bilfinger-CEO Schulz wants to see faster implementation from Berlin
Thomas Schulz is urging the coalition government to move faster with its initiatives to help the economy. The Bilfinger CEO was speaking after announcing the company's second quarter earnings.
More consolidation in real estate lending
The potential takeover of Aareal Bank by Helaba is the latest example of consolidation among real estate lenders.
Michael Diederich recruited from FC Bayern
Michael Diederich used to head up Hypovereinsbank before moving to FC Bayern as CFO. He will soon be moving back into the banking sector, with a new position at Deutsche Bank.
Profits fall on lower transfer revenues
Borussia Dortmund suffered a big drop in profits for the past financial year, as revenues from transfer fees declined. But another upcoming season of Champions League participation puts them on solid ground with regard to TV income.
Breweries under pressure
Per capita beer consumption in Germany has been falling for many years, and in 2024 reached a new low. And global beer groups such Anheuser-Busch Inbev, Heineken, and Carlsberg also have their own problems.
Lyten agrees to acquire Northvolt assets
California based Lyten has agreed to acquire Northvolt assets in Sweden and Germany. The plan includes immediately restarting battery production operations at Northvolt Ett in Skellefteå.
Biontech sees itself on track towards developing cancer drug
The pharmaceutical company Biontech, known for its Covid-19 vaccine, is making progress in the development of a cancer drug, in collaboration with Bristol Myers Squibb. It is also about to acquire its former rival Curevac.
Special funds conceal incapacity
The SPD of 2025 refuses to implement genuine social reforms. This is throwing the economy off track – special funds and investment initiatives notwithstanding.
A new era for sustainable finance
With the Defence Readiness Omnibus, the EU is stepping up support for the defence industry. The initiative includes changes to sustainable finance guidelines.
Move to block planned takeover of Nürnberger Versicherung
Activist investor 7Square wants to block the planned takeover of Nürnberger Versicherungsgruppe by Vienna Insurance Group. It is calling for Nürnberger to consider looking at rival offers.
Tui shares rise after nine month figures announced
Tui is making progress in reducing debt and interest expenses, and was ahead of guidance for the first nine months of its financial year. The cruise business has been performing well.
Reevaluation of the energy transition by the coalition government
The new federal government wants more cost-efficiency in the German energy market. This could lead to a cap on renewable energy targets – and more natural gas
Advance of US investors in Dax companies causing concern among economists
According to EY, US investors hold almost a quarter of the shares in Dax companies. Analysts fear that the risk of political influence on investors by the US government cannot be ruled out.
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