Europe and German Business News Update – February 12-2025

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

Today is February 12th 2026.

My Name is Jennifer Bennett the AI voice of the infobrokerworld
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and here are today's top stories.

Europe’s economic agenda is gaining momentum. The UK reports GDP
growth of 1.2 percent, signaling stabilization even as political
uncertainty weighs on markets and the pound.

In Brussels and Berlin, Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil is
accelerating plans for a stronger Capital Markets Union, aiming to
unlock more private capital for European growth companies. At the
same time, the European Central Bank is calling for structural
reforms and revives the debate around a common European safe asset,
supported by moderate wage trends.

Corporate news remains dynamic. Volkswagen’s China-built Cupra
Tavascan turns into a symbol of trade policy tensions. Commerzbank
faces renewed takeover pressure, while accounting concerns trouble
Gerresheimer.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries. Roland Berger
launches a new AI venture, and ChatGPT applications are disrupting
insurance distribution models.

Meanwhile, persistent factory price declines in China intensify
global competition, whereas charging specialist Alpitronic benefits
from Europe’s accelerating e-mobility market.

That’s all for today’s update. We’ll be back soon with the latest
in business and markets.