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Federal budget 2025: What the EU debt rules stipulate

The German government is arguing about the debt brake. Finance Minister Lindner defends it with reference to the EU debt rules. However, a closer look reveals that Germany would only have to carry out a manageable budget consolidation for 2025 to comply with EU rules.

By Marc Winkelmann

Direct air capture: How China and the United States advance the new technology

China has recently tested a system for filtering carbon dioxide from the atmosphere (DAC). Thanks to its strength in mass production, the country could significantly contribute to reducing the costs of these technologies. The United States also provides billions in funding – and companies such as Climeworks are reporting progress. Nevertheless, the challenges remain significant.

By Nico Beckert

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ZEW: economic expectations fall sharply

Fewer and fewer analysts believe in a positive development for the German and European economy in the coming six months. This is according to the latest report from the Mannheim-based ZEW Institute. One of the reasons for this is the uncertainty surrounding global developments.

By Hauke Reimer

Brüssel, Europaviertel, Europäische Kommission, Berlaymont-Gebäude Das 1963 bis 1967 erbaute Berlaymont-Gebäude in Brüssel ist der Sitz der Europäischen Kommission. Es liegt am östlichen Rand der Stadt Brüssel an der rue de la Loi/Wetstraat. *** Brussels Europaviertel European Commission Berlaymont building The Berlaymont building in Brussels, built 1963 to 1967, is the seat of the European Commission It is located on the eastern outskirts of the city of Brussels on rue de la Loi Wetstraat

Which Commissioners are going to Brussels?

Some capitals are still discussing who should represent their country in the EU Commission in this legislature. Other names have already been decided. An overview that we are constantly updating for you.

By Lukas Knigge