Europe and German Business News Update – January 7th 2025

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Today is January 7th 2025.

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and here are today's top stories.

Germany faces new challenges in securing its critical
infrastructure after a major power outage in Berlin exposed
alarming weaknesses. Meanwhile, the nation’s consulting industry
remains upbeat. Lawyers and tax advisors are betting on artificial
intelligence to boost growth and efficiency.

At the CES in Las Vegas, AMD introduced new AI chips to challenge
Nvidia, which in turn announced plans to launch robotaxis by 2027.
Siemens also aims for global tech leadership, while United Robotics
Group is preparing for a billion-dollar valuation.

Financial markets remain uneasy after Dutch pension fund reforms
sparked volatility, but Germany’s KfW Bank expects a rise in
corporate lending this year. Inflation has dropped to 2.3 percent,
offering some short-term relief.

And in the chemical industry, overcapacity and high costs remain a
concern. Still, optimism is building as commodity prices –
especially copper – continue to surge, signaling renewed momentum
for 2026.

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