Europe and German Business News Update – August 26th 2025

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Today is August 26th 2025.

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Markets are facing turbulence. SFC Energy reported mixed quarterly
results, blaming global uncertainty and fresh US tariffs, while
losses in the DAX are shaking investor confidence, despite hopes of
interest rate cuts in the United States. A brighter note comes from
Hellofresh, whose stock rose after naming a new chief financial
officer.

In banking, Unicredit boosted its stake in Commerzbank to 26
percent, raising political concern in Berlin. Meanwhile, the energy
sector was rattled as Orsted shares plunged following a US halt to
a major offshore wind project, and grid operators warned that
booming battery storage could block gas plant expansion.

Industry also saw setbacks: Porsche’s Cellforce unit is shutting
down battery production, with about 200 jobs lost. But there are
positive signs in finance: Greek bonds are regaining investor
trust, and Ether hit a new all-time high after four years.

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