Economy

The Rise of Shein: Inside the World’s Most Disruptive Fast-Fashion Giant BERLIN, 17 February 2026 — In the span of little more than a decade, Shein has transformed from a niche wedding dress retailer into a global e-commerce titan that challenges the dominance of established players like Zara and H&M. As of early 2026, the […]

The Enduring Legacy of Simson: From Suhl’s Steel Mills to Cultural Icon SUHL, 17 February 2026 — In the landscape of German engineering, few brands evoke as much nostalgia and mechanical loyalty as Simson. Originally established as a steel hammer mill in 1740, the company evolved through centuries of industrial change to produce what is

The Architect of German Fitness: The Rise of Alfred Enzensberger MUNICH, 16 February 2026 — In the competitive landscape of European fitness, few names carry as much weight as Alfred Enzensberger. As the founder and CEO of Clever Fit, Enzensberger has transformed a single studio in Munich into a sprawling franchise empire that now defines

Understanding the TVöD: A Comprehensive Guide to Germany’s Public Sector Pay Scale BERLIN, 14 February 2026 — As the backbone of German public administration, the Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst (TVöD) dictates the working conditions and salaries for hundreds of thousands of employees. With the second and third rounds of the 2026 TV-L negotiations currently

Heidelberg Materials Share: Heavy Losses Amidst Bullish Analyst Sentiment HEIDELBERG, 12 February 2026 – Heidelberg Materials AG (HEI) has emerged as one of the most significant laggards on the DAX today, experiencing a sharp double-digit percentage decline. Despite the immediate downward pressure on the share price, major financial institutions, including Barclays Capital, have maintained a

BMW Recall Crisis: Millions of Vehicles Affected by Integrated Braking System Issues MUNICH, 11 February 2026 – The German automotive giant BMW continues to navigate one of the most significant recall campaigns in its history. Centred around a faulty Integrated Braking System (IBS) supplied by Continental, the recall has expanded to encompass over 1.5 million

Allianz Aktie: Analysts Raise Price Targets Ahead of February Results MUNICH, 10 February 2026 – The Allianz SE share (WKN: 840400 / ISIN: DE0008404005) is currently a focal point for DAX investors as the insurance giant prepares for its upcoming preliminary annual results. Despite a volatile trading session today, institutional confidence in the Munich-based financial

Siemens Energy Aktie: Record Rally Continues as Markets Await Quarterly Results MUNICH, 09 February 2026 — The Siemens Energy AG share (ISIN: DE000ENER6Y0) remains the focal point of the DAX this Monday, continuing a significant upward trend that has seen the stock approach historic price levels. As of this morning, the share price is trading

The Evolution of Bianca Censori: From Architectural Designer to Global Fashion Icon BERLIN, 07 February 2026 — In the wake of a whirlwind week of public revelations and high-profile appearances, Bianca Censori has firmly transitioned from a behind-the-scenes architectural professional to one of the most discussed figures in global pop culture. As of early February

Sönke Wortmann’s New Feature ‘Die Ältern’ Receives Standing Ovation at German Premieres COLOGNE, 5 February 2026 – One of Germany’s most commercially successful filmmakers, Sönke Wortmann, has returned to the spotlight this week with the premiere of his latest project, Die Ältern. Following a glitzy world premiere in Hamburg’s new Kinopolis HafenCity, the production moved