Europe and German Business News Update – July 18 2025

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latest insights from the German market…..

Today is July 18th 2025.

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and here are today's top stories.

Breuninger, the fashion and real estate company, has exceeded
expectations with 1.6 billion euros in sales—yet, it still hasn’t
found a buyer. Meanwhile, Germany’s chemical industry is
struggling. Output is down, and major players like BASF
and Covestro are shifting their investments abroad.

In the industrial sector, Siemens is cutting 2,750 jobs in its
Digital Industries division. The move is paired with a
multi-million euro transformation fund aimed at cushioning the
impact.

Real estate is also making headlines. As rent prices soar, many
companies are reviving employee housing programs to attract skilled
workers, especially in cities. At the same time, despite high
mortgage rates, homeownership remains financially viable in many
regions.

On the financial front, markets are under pressure. Political risks
and uncertainty about future interest rate policies are creating
turbulence. US President Donald Trump’s ongoing attacks on Fed
Chairman Jerome Powell are raising concerns about the central
bank’s independence.

And finally, after months of market euphoria, investors are
beginning to question whether the AI boom on Wall Street is headed
for a correction.

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