Heating costs in Germany are on the rise. Fortunately, there are a number of simple measures you can take to keep your bills in check and stay comfortable this winter.
The cost of paying for care in old-age nursing homes has been rising sharply in Germany. A new report highlights where families have to pay the most – and least.
While energy bills are finally easing, everyday life in Germany remains costly for many. From your morning coffee to car repair, prices for some goods and services have soared far above average, leaving households searching for relief.
As energy prices climb, tenants’ associations have reported a surge in residents seeking advice on saving money on heating costs. Meanwhile Germany's Environment Minister confirmed that subsidies for climate-friendly heating systems will stay.
Supermarket shelves are already well stocked with chocolate Santas and gingerbread hearts, but thrifty shoppers will notice the prices for stocking fillers and holiday treats have gone up.
Germany's minimum wage is set to rise to again at the start of next year. A recent study revealed that it already ranks as the fifth strongest globally in terms of real-world purchasing power, so just how generous is it?
Is it cheaper to shop for your daily goods in Germany, the US or elsewhere? Here's a look at the cost of some basic products in Germany's popular drugstore chain, and how those prices compare abroad.
As we enter autumn, people in Germany will already be wondering when they should turn on their radiator. Unfortunately, experts predict that heating costs will rise significantly this year and in the coming years.
People with statutory health insurance in Germany often have to wait longer for appointments than private patients. A recent analysis of nationwide booking data highlights which doctors have the longest waiting times.
Wholesale gas prices in Germany are on a downward trend, potentially bringing a wave of relief to households across the country. Customers who are able to switch providers or sign a new contract now can save money by shopping around.
Salaries are higher in Frankfurt while Munich has higher housing costs, according to a recent report. The Local looks at average salaries and apartment prices to get a sense of how affordable Germany’s big cities really are.
The price of Germany's favourite meal on the go has steadily increased in the past two years as food and energy prices have also climbed. Here's a look at how much a Döner kebab costs in different cities around the country.
Energy costs less than it did a year ago, but some food basics were more expensive in July than back in 2024. Here are the groceries that have got pricier, according to the latest data.
German inflation remained unchanged July, preliminary data showed Thursday, as eurozone rate-setters mull their next steps after keeping interest rates on hold last week following a string of cuts.
Just over 20 percent of German households can't afford a week long vacation, according to a recent report, with that number rising considerably high in some states.
The cost-of-living crisis may be easing in Germany but that has not sparked a shopping frenzy just yet in a country where, as a recent survey suggests, people fear inflation more than war.
The German government has announced it was postponing electricity tax cuts for households and small businesses citing budget constraints, meaning electricity bills will remain high for the foreseeable future.
Germany's federal government is set to extend the rent brake, or 'Mietpreisbremse', until 2029. But columnist Brian Melican argues that the rent control may actually be doing more harm than good.
After four weeks of intensive talks, Germany's leading conservative and centre-left parties have drafted their plan for a new government. How will the next black-red coalition affect the lives of foreign nationals?
