Germans' Biggest Fear Is the High Cost of Living

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According to a survey, the German population is particularly afraid of inflation and high taxes. Existence concerns appear to have increased slightly compared to 2025.

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Inflation is a threat for many people in Germany. They fear that their money is not enough to live. They are not as dissatisfied with politics as it has been for a long time. However, on other issues, the Germans look a little more optimistic than a year ago into the future.

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Can I afford the fuel at the pump soon? Will my rent continue to rise? The question of how affordable life will be in the future drives many people around, as a survey shows.

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Is the money still enough to live? What will become of the pension? When does the economy start again? According to a study, the Germans look rather grimly at politics and the economy.