UniCredit takes over Commerzbank
The Italian major bank UniCredit has surprisingly secured a nine percent stake in Commerzbank. And the Italians apparently want even more. Employee representatives are alarmed....
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ECB lowers key interest rate again
Inflation is falling and the European Central Bank (ECB) is reacting: it is lowering interest rates for the second time this year. The so-called deposit...
What does Kamala Harris plan to do with the economy?
analysis Kamala Harris or Donald Trump? The question of who will be the next US president is also troubling German companies and economists. But what...
Retirement at 40 – the life concept of the “frugalists”
background Many people dream of financial independence. So-called frugalists want to build wealth as quickly as possible. To achieve this, they save and invest every...
Three charges – and a deal?
Almost nine years after the diesel scandal, the trial against former VW CEO Winterkorn has begun. A deal could be reached in the proceedings. But...
What are the risks of investing in ETFs
Low costs and easy trading: There are many advantages to ETFs. But for most private investors, security is the main concern when it comes to...
“Not necessarily the better entrepreneur”
background After 16 years, the federal government wants to sell its shares in Commerzbank. The news sparks discussions. Should the state get involved as a...
How bad is the German economy?
analysis Stagnation instead of growth: The ifo Institute has lowered its economic forecast, and other institutes are also no longer expecting growth for 2024. How...
Bicycles for the world from Taiwan
Taiwan is not only a leader in semiconductors. The Taiwanese bicycle manufacturer Giant alone produces more than the entire German bicycle industry. Kathrin Erdmann met...
What future does the festival industry have?
background Costs of music events What future does the festival industry have? Megastars give huge concerts – while smaller festivals go bankrupt. At the same...
