Europe and German Business News Update – December 18th 2025

Welcome to the infobrokerworld News Update, where we bring you the
latest insights from the German market…..

Today is December 18th 2025.

My Name is Jennifer Bennett the AI voice of the
infobrokerworld Audio Line.….

and here are today's top stories.

The week brings major shifts in global markets. In Germany, defense
company KNDS announces plans for a 2026 IPO, as the Bundestag
approves a record €50 billion in new military investments.

The fintech scene is buzzing – Trade Republic now ranks as
Germany’s most valuable start-up, while One and One expands its
mobile coverage to a quarter of the population.
Over in China, chipmaker MetaX made headlines with a jaw-dropping
700 percent surge on its first trading day in Shanghai.

Meanwhile, energy markets are heating up. The U.S.–Venezuela
dispute over tanker sanctions pushes oil prices higher, and
Europe’s new methane regulation is sparking friction with
Washington.

Finally, investors are turning to precious metals. The silver price
keeps climbing, though analysts warn the rally could run too
far.

That wraps up today’s business headlines. Thanks for listening, and
join us again for the next update.

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