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German Tax Cuts Fail to Offset Increased Social Security Contributions, Leading to Income Losses

A Datev analysis reveals that despite recent tax cuts in Germany, most employees will face income reductions in 2025 due to increased social security contributions and higher contribution assessment ceilings, outweighing the tax benefits.

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German Unemployment Remains High Despite Slight February Drop

Germany's unemployment slightly decreased to 2.989 million in February 2025, but remains 175,000 above the previous year's level, with the IAB forecasting further increases and stagnant employment in 2025 due to low personnel demand.

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Rise of Side Hustles Amid Economic Uncertainty

The increasing number of people taking on side hustles is largely due to inflation and stagnant wages, forcing individuals to seek supplementary income streams to maintain their living standards, though this involves challenges in time management, taxes, and initial investment.

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UK House Prices Rise for Sixth Month Despite Economic Slowdown

UK house prices rose 0.4% in February, continuing a six-month growth streak to £270,493 on average, despite economic slowdown, potentially driven by pre-April stamp duty increase purchases; annual growth slowed to 3.9%.

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California's $20 Minimum Wage: 10,700 Fast-Food Job Losses, 14.5% Price Hike

A Berkeley Research Group study revealed that California's fast-food industry experienced a net loss of 10,700 jobs and a 14.5% price surge between June 2023 and June 2024 following the implementation of a $20 minimum wage for some workers in April 2024; the study, commissioned by Save Local Restaur...

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German Postal Strike Causes 10% Delivery Backlog

Due to a warning strike by 7,700 postal workers on Friday, 10% of mail and packages intended for delivery in Germany were delayed, with further delays expected; this is part of ongoing labor negotiations.

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Lagos Rent Crisis: Inflation Fuels Housing Crisis in Nigeria

Soaring inflation in Nigeria, resulting from the removal of fuel subsidies and currency controls in May 2023, has caused a dramatic increase in rent prices across Lagos, impacting millions and causing significant hardship for families who are struggling to pay higher rent costs. This crisis is furth...

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Women's Role Crucial to NRW Employment, but STEM Gap Remains

In North Rhine-Westphalia, women constitute 45.8% of the workforce, significantly contributing to employment growth over the past 15 years; however, they remain underrepresented in STEM fields (15.9%), posing a challenge for future economic development.

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Gender Equality
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Proactive Career Planning Amidst Layoff Threats

Facing potential layoffs, employees should proactively decide whether to accept a buyout or stay, create a transition plan, and prepare a compelling narrative for future employers, starting a job search early to beat competition; initial severance packages may be more generous.

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German Wages Outpace Inflation in 2024

German collective bargaining wages increased by 4.8 percent in 2024, exceeding the 2.2 percent rise in consumer prices due to inflation compensation bonuses and higher collective bargaining agreements; however, growth varied across sectors.

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German Unemployment Stagnant Despite Slight Decrease

Germany's unemployment rate held steady at 6.4 percent in February, despite a slight decrease in the number of unemployed; however, seasonally adjusted figures reveal a 5,000 increase, reflecting the economic slowdown and challenging job market conditions.

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Turning Job Search Rejection into Career Growth

US Bureau of Labor Statistics data reveals a 30% job offer rate for applicants submitting 21–80 applications, highlighting the inevitability of rejection in job searching; however, this can be transformed into an opportunity for self-improvement and refined job search strategies.

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