Europe and German Business News Update – May 04-2026

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Today is May 4th 2026.

Today’s business focus starts with technology. Major US names
including Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta and Microsoft remain
central to investor expectations. Analysts still see upside in
selected Big Tech stocks, but the market is becoming more
selective, especially as artificial intelligence spending grows
rapidly.

In German industry, Volkswagen faces renewed pressure. Several
domestic plants are reportedly falling short of internal cost
targets, with weak production numbers adding to the challenge. DHL
is also dealing with a softer freight market, although
restructuring abroad helped the company protect its earnings
goals.

Energy markets remain highly volatile. Oil prices are reacting
sharply to developments around Iran, while France is pushing
electrification as a way to strengthen industrial competitiveness
and reduce energy dependence.

Consumers in Germany remain cautious as inflation, geopolitical
uncertainty and energy costs weigh on spending. At the same time,
Bahlsen is lowering prices as cost pressure eases.

In finance, former Goldman Sachs chief Lloyd Blankfein warns that a
correction in overheated asset classes may be overdue. The script
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