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		<title>Poll Expert Sees More Voter Potential For AfD Despite Strong Support</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/poll-expert-sees-more-voter-potential-for-afd-despite-strong-support/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:22:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to political research expert Roberto Heinrich, the AfD can still attract additional voters despite its current high&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/poll-expert-sees-more-voter-potential-for-afd-despite-strong-support/">Poll Expert Sees More Voter Potential For AfD Despite Strong Support</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>US Stock Markets Gain Big Despite Fed Keeping Rate Hike Possible</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/us-stock-markets-gain-big-despite-fed-keeping-rate-hike-possible/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:35:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>US stock markets posted significant gains on Wednesday. By the close in New York, the Dow Jones Industrial&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/us-stock-markets-gain-big-despite-fed-keeping-rate-hike-possible/">US Stock Markets Gain Big Despite Fed Keeping Rate Hike Possible</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Stock Exchange Rallies Despite Oil and Gas Price Slump</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-stock-exchange-rallies-despite-oil-and-gas-price-slump/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:22:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The DAX index gained ground on Wednesday, closing the Xetra session at 24,737 points, representing a 1.4% increase&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-stock-exchange-rallies-despite-oil-and-gas-price-slump/">German Stock Exchange Rallies Despite Oil and Gas Price Slump</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Ditib Boosts Imam Training With New Program Despite Funding Challenges</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/ditib-boosts-imam-training-with-new-program-despite-funding-challenges/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 03:15:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=80684</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The largest national mosque association, Ditib, aims to significantly increase the number of imams it trains. However, the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/ditib-boosts-imam-training-with-new-program-despite-funding-challenges/">Ditib Boosts Imam Training With New Program Despite Funding Challenges</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Forests Stabilize Despite Unfavorable Weather Conditions</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-forests-stabilize-despite-unfavorable-weather-conditions/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 10:37:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=80591</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to the forest health survey for 2025, released by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture on Tuesday, the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-forests-stabilize-despite-unfavorable-weather-conditions/">German Forests Stabilize Despite Unfavorable Weather Conditions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>JP Morgan Manager Sees Merger and IPO Boom Despite Geopolitical Risks</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/jp-morgan-manager-sees-merger-and-ipo-boom-despite-geopolitical-risks/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 09:15:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite ongoing challenges globally, including the instability surrounding the Iran conflict, oil price risks, and increasing general uncertainty,&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/jp-morgan-manager-sees-merger-and-ipo-boom-despite-geopolitical-risks/">JP Morgan Manager Sees Merger and IPO Boom Despite Geopolitical Risks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Berlin Confident Trump Will Approve Tomahawk Missile Purchase Despite Rift</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/berlin-confident-trump-will-approve-tomahawk-missile-purchase-despite-rift/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 14:29:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=80318</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the visibly cooler relationship between Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) and U.S. President Donald Trump, the German government&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/berlin-confident-trump-will-approve-tomahawk-missile-purchase-despite-rift/">Berlin Confident Trump Will Approve Tomahawk Missile Purchase Despite Rift</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Özdemir Elected Minister President of Baden-Württemberg Despite Falling Short of Majority Vote</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/ozdemir-elected-minister-president-of-baden-wurttemberg-despite-falling-short-of-majority-vote/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:26:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Just two months after the election for the Parliament of Baden-Württemberg, Cem Özdemir of the Green Party has&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/ozdemir-elected-minister-president-of-baden-wurttemberg-despite-falling-short-of-majority-vote/">Özdemir Elected Minister President of Baden-Württemberg Despite Falling Short of Majority Vote</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Index Gains Despite Thin Trading Volume</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-index-gains-despite-thin-trading-volume/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:58:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German market index, the Dax, increased on Wednesday, closing at 24,137 points, marking a gain of 0.8&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-index-gains-despite-thin-trading-volume/">German Index Gains Despite Thin Trading Volume</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>AfD Maintains Lead Despite Low Merz Satisfaction According to New Poll</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/afd-maintains-lead-despite-low-merz-satisfaction-according-to-new-poll/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:07:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=79658</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to a recent polling survey conducted by Forsa on behalf of RTL Deutschland between May 5th and&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/afd-maintains-lead-despite-low-merz-satisfaction-according-to-new-poll/">AfD Maintains Lead Despite Low Merz Satisfaction According to New Poll</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Stocks Rise Despite Oil Shock Driven by Chip Euphoria</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/stocks-rise-despite-oil-shock-driven-by-chip-euphoria/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 20:32:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=79538</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>U.S. stock markets rose on Monday. By the close in New York, the Dow Jones index calculated at&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/stocks-rise-despite-oil-shock-driven-by-chip-euphoria/">Stocks Rise Despite Oil Shock Driven by Chip Euphoria</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Caritas Warns Caregiving Burden to Increase Despite Health Insurance Reform</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/caritas-warns-caregiving-burden-to-increase-despite-health-insurance-reform/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 12:21:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=79325</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Amidst ongoing discussions regarding the reform of long-term care insurance, the Caritas issues a warning about potential increased&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/caritas-warns-caregiving-burden-to-increase-despite-health-insurance-reform/">Caritas Warns Caregiving Burden to Increase Despite Health Insurance Reform</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>New Bpb President Warns Trust in Democracy Institutions Waning Despite High Support</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/new-bpb-president-warns-trust-in-democracy-institutions-waning-despite-high-support/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to Sönke Rix, the new president of the Federal Centre for Civic Education (bpb), confidence in German&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/new-bpb-president-warns-trust-in-democracy-institutions-waning-despite-high-support/">New Bpb President Warns Trust in Democracy Institutions Waning Despite High Support</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Government Stands Firm On Controversial Relief Bonus Despite Bundesrat Opposition</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-government-stands-firm-on-controversial-relief-bonus-despite-bundesrat-opposition/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 10:06:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=79073</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Following the Federal Council&#8217;s rejection of the &#8220;relief bonus&#8221; plan, the federal government is maintaining its commitment to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-government-stands-firm-on-controversial-relief-bonus-despite-bundesrat-opposition/">German Government Stands Firm On Controversial Relief Bonus Despite Bundesrat Opposition</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>IW Urges EU to Strengthen Trade Ties with Gulf States Despite Middle East Conflict</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/iw-urges-eu-to-strengthen-trade-ties-with-gulf-states-despite-middle-east-conflict/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:48:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to a study conducted by the Institute for German Economics (IW), the European Union should strengthen its&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/iw-urges-eu-to-strengthen-trade-ties-with-gulf-states-despite-middle-east-conflict/">IW Urges EU to Strengthen Trade Ties with Gulf States Despite Middle East Conflict</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Aida Expects Boom Year Despite Middle East Crisis Cruise Market Remains Strong</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/aida-expects-boom-year-despite-middle-east-crisis-cruise-market-remains-strong/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 09:05:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Aida, a leading cruise company in Germany, anticipates that the cruise market will remain strong and resilient, even&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/aida-expects-boom-year-despite-middle-east-crisis-cruise-market-remains-strong/">Aida Expects Boom Year Despite Middle East Crisis Cruise Market Remains Strong</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Tax Revenue Remains Stable Despite Economic Deterioration</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/tax-revenue-remains-stable-despite-economic-deterioration/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 09:53:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite a worsening economic climate, tax revenues are expected to remain relatively stable for the time being. According&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/tax-revenue-remains-stable-despite-economic-deterioration/">Tax Revenue Remains Stable Despite Economic Deterioration</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Austria Pushes European Super Tax for Oil Giants Despite EU Rejection Considering War Profits</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/austria-pushes-european-super-tax-for-oil-giants-despite-eu-rejection-considering-war-profits/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 05:15:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=78686</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the European Commission&#8217;s reluctance, Austria continues to advocate for a continent-wide windfall tax targeting mineral oil corporations,&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/austria-pushes-european-super-tax-for-oil-giants-despite-eu-rejection-considering-war-profits/">Austria Pushes European Super Tax for Oil Giants Despite EU Rejection Considering War Profits</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Schnieder Rejects Speed Limits Despite Energy Crisis Calls</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/schnieder-rejects-speed-limits-despite-energy-crisis-calls/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 22:41:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=78515</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite recommendations from the International Energy Agency (IEA) to lower highway speed limits by at least 10 km/h&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/schnieder-rejects-speed-limits-despite-energy-crisis-calls/">Schnieder Rejects Speed Limits Despite Energy Crisis Calls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Dobrindt Insists on Border Controls Despite Falling Migration Numbers</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dobrindt-insists-on-border-controls-despite-falling-migration-numbers/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 18:24:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=78362</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) stated that despite declining migration figures, his party will continue to uphold&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dobrindt-insists-on-border-controls-despite-falling-migration-numbers/">Dobrindt Insists on Border Controls Despite Falling Migration Numbers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Dangerous Goods Persist on Online Marketplaces Despite EU Warnings</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dangerous-goods-persist-on-online-marketplaces-despite-eu-warnings/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 13:24:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=78326</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Harmful consumer goods are still being sold online for years, even after official warnings from the EU were&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dangerous-goods-persist-on-online-marketplaces-despite-eu-warnings/">Dangerous Goods Persist on Online Marketplaces Despite EU Warnings</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Employee Sick Leave Falls Slightly Despite Winter Chill First Quarter Numbers</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/employee-sick-leave-falls-slightly-despite-winter-chill-first-quarter-numbers/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 03:07:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=78218</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite a cold wave at the beginning of the year, the rate of sick leave among employees saw&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/employee-sick-leave-falls-slightly-despite-winter-chill-first-quarter-numbers/">Employee Sick Leave Falls Slightly Despite Winter Chill First Quarter Numbers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Stocks Mixed Signal Nasdaq Rises Despite US Market Divergence</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/stocks-mixed-signal-nasdaq-rises-despite-us-market-divergence/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:46:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=78194</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>US stock markets presented a mixed picture on Friday. By the close in New York, the Dow Jones&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/stocks-mixed-signal-nasdaq-rises-despite-us-market-divergence/">Stocks Mixed Signal Nasdaq Rises Despite US Market Divergence</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Weak Labor Market Spring Slowdown Despite Expected Job Revival</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/weak-labor-market-spring-slowdown-despite-expected-job-revival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:10:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77951</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Unemployment fell slightly in April, dipping by 13,000 people to a total of 3.008 million, though this figure&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/weak-labor-market-spring-slowdown-despite-expected-job-revival/">Weak Labor Market Spring Slowdown Despite Expected Job Revival</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Only One Tenth of Young Workers Join a Union Despite New Opportunities</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/only-one-tenth-of-young-workers-join-a-union-despite-new-opportunities/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:03:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77807</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Based on an analysis conducted by the German Institute for Economics (IW) using data from the European Social&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/only-one-tenth-of-young-workers-join-a-union-despite-new-opportunities/">Only One Tenth of Young Workers Join a Union Despite New Opportunities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Survey Shows Most Drivers Unchanged Despite High Fuel Prices</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/survey-shows-most-drivers-unchanged-despite-high-fuel-prices/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:38:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77780</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to a survey conducted by the opinion research institute Forsa, only a fraction of German drivers are&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/survey-shows-most-drivers-unchanged-despite-high-fuel-prices/">Survey Shows Most Drivers Unchanged Despite High Fuel Prices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Aviation Tickets Predicted to Rise Higher Despite Tax Cut Says Bundestag Chair</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/aviation-tickets-predicted-to-rise-higher-despite-tax-cut-says-bundestag-chair/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:46:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77480</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to Anja Karliczek, chairwoman of the Bundestag&#8217;s Tourism Committee, the planned reduction of the air traffic tax&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/aviation-tickets-predicted-to-rise-higher-despite-tax-cut-says-bundestag-chair/">Aviation Tickets Predicted to Rise Higher Despite Tax Cut Says Bundestag Chair</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Bahn Boss Promises Stable Ticket Prices For Twelve Months Despite Rising Costs</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/bahn-boss-promises-stable-ticket-prices-for-twelve-months-despite-rising-costs/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:17:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77396</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Citing rising energy and fuel costs, Deutsche Bahn (DB) announced it will maintain stable prices for long-distance travel&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/bahn-boss-promises-stable-ticket-prices-for-twelve-months-despite-rising-costs/">Bahn Boss Promises Stable Ticket Prices For Twelve Months Despite Rising Costs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>SPD Insists on Windfall Tax for Oil Giants Despite EU Setback</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/spd-insists-on-windfall-tax-for-oil-giants-despite-eu-setback/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:55:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77234</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Dirk Wiese, the SPD&#8217;s first parliamentary manager, maintains that an excise tax on the excess profits of oil&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/spd-insists-on-windfall-tax-for-oil-giants-despite-eu-setback/">SPD Insists on Windfall Tax for Oil Giants Despite EU Setback</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Trades Slash Revenue Despite €762 Billion Industry Output</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-trades-slash-revenue-despite-e762-billion-industry-output/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:32:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77042</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German craft sector generated a total revenue of 762 billion euros in 2024, according to the Federal&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-trades-slash-revenue-despite-e762-billion-industry-output/">German Trades Slash Revenue Despite €762 Billion Industry Output</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Dax Drops But Oil Prices Climb Despite Ceasefire</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dax-drops-but-oil-prices-climb-despite-ceasefire/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:01:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Dax index declined on Wednesday, closing at 24,195 points, marking a 0.3 percent drop compared to the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dax-drops-but-oil-prices-climb-despite-ceasefire/">Dax Drops But Oil Prices Climb Despite Ceasefire</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Government Sticks to Pension Commission Timeline Despite Merz Statements</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/government-sticks-to-pension-commission-timeline-despite-merz-statements/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:39:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76949</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite contentious statements made by Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the CDU, the federal government intends to stick to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/government-sticks-to-pension-commission-timeline-despite-merz-statements/">Government Sticks to Pension Commission Timeline Despite Merz Statements</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>BER Defies Fears No Jet Fuel Shortage Despite Pipeline Rumors</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/ber-defies-fears-no-jet-fuel-shortage-despite-pipeline-rumors/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:09:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite reports of a potential supply stop for Kazakh crude oil via the Druschba pipeline, Berlin Brandenburg Airport&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/ber-defies-fears-no-jet-fuel-shortage-despite-pipeline-rumors/">BER Defies Fears No Jet Fuel Shortage Despite Pipeline Rumors</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Dax Gains On Wednesday Lack of Euphoria Despite Gains</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dax-gains-on-wednesday-lack-of-euphoria-despite-gains/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:43:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German market index, the Dax, began trading on Wednesday with gains. As of 9:30 a.m., the benchmark&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dax-gains-on-wednesday-lack-of-euphoria-despite-gains/">Dax Gains On Wednesday Lack of Euphoria Despite Gains</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>AfD Leads Polls Despite Government Reforms Concerns Persist</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/afd-leads-polls-despite-government-reforms-concerns-persist/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:58:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Alternative for Germany (AfD) maintains its lead in the measured voter favorability, even after the federal government&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/afd-leads-polls-despite-government-reforms-concerns-persist/">AfD Leads Polls Despite Government Reforms Concerns Persist</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>DAX Stays Positive Despite ZEW Dip Midday Gains Continue</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dax-stays-positive-despite-zew-dip-midday-gains-continue/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:47:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76781</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German DAX index maintained positive momentum on Tuesday, continuing its upward trend through the afternoon. Around 12:30&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dax-stays-positive-despite-zew-dip-midday-gains-continue/">DAX Stays Positive Despite ZEW Dip Midday Gains Continue</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Fraport Expects 65 to 66 Million Passengers at Frankfurt Airport Despite Iran War</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/fraport-expects-65-to-66-million-passengers-at-frankfurt-airport-despite-iran-war/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:46:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76730</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the conflict in Iran, the Fraport group anticipates reaching its annual target of 65 to 66 million&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/fraport-expects-65-to-66-million-passengers-at-frankfurt-airport-despite-iran-war/">Fraport Expects 65 to 66 Million Passengers at Frankfurt Airport Despite Iran War</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Trump Keeps Naval Blockade on Iranian Ships Despite Tehran&#8217;s Temporary Pause</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/trump-keeps-naval-blockade-on-iranian-ships-despite-tehrans-temporary-pause/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:25:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76367</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Following Iran&#8217;s announcement of a temporary lifting of its blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/trump-keeps-naval-blockade-on-iranian-ships-despite-tehrans-temporary-pause/">Trump Keeps Naval Blockade on Iranian Ships Despite Tehran&#8217;s Temporary Pause</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Higher Incentives Aim to Boost Voluntary Syrian Return Despite Slow Pace</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/higher-incentives-aim-to-boost-voluntary-syrian-return-despite-slow-pace/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:20:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76208</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The voluntary, subsidized return of Syrian nationals to their home country remains slow, nearly a year and a&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/higher-incentives-aim-to-boost-voluntary-syrian-return-despite-slow-pace/">Higher Incentives Aim to Boost Voluntary Syrian Return Despite Slow Pace</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Winkel Seeks CDU Youth Wing Leadership Renewal Despite Age Limit Hit</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/winkel-seeks-cdu-youth-wing-leadership-renewal-despite-age-limit-hit/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:36:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76193</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Even though he will cross the age threshold of 35 for membership in the Young Union this autumn,&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/winkel-seeks-cdu-youth-wing-leadership-renewal-despite-age-limit-hit/">Winkel Seeks CDU Youth Wing Leadership Renewal Despite Age Limit Hit</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Coalition Slashing Fuel Tax Despite Potential Price Drops</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/coalition-slashing-fuel-tax-despite-potential-price-drops/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:07:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75881</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The planned cut of 17 cents in gasoline prices by the coalition remains in effect even if tank&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/coalition-slashing-fuel-tax-despite-potential-price-drops/">Coalition Slashing Fuel Tax Despite Potential Price Drops</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Subsidies Offer Little Growth Boost Despite Massive 2026 Spending</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-subsidies-offer-little-growth-boost-despite-massive-2026-spending/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:01:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75878</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to a subsidy report presented in Berlin from the Freiburger institute, the German state plans to allocate&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-subsidies-offer-little-growth-boost-despite-massive-2026-spending/">German Subsidies Offer Little Growth Boost Despite Massive 2026 Spending</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Schalke Edges Through Scare Losing Bundesliga Battle Despite Numerical Advantage Deprivation</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/schalke-edges-through-scare-losing-bundesliga-battle-despite-numerical-advantage-deprivation/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:46:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75611</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the 2. Fußball-Bundesliga&#8217;s 29th matchday, SV Elversberg was defeated by FC Schalke 04 with a score of&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/schalke-edges-through-scare-losing-bundesliga-battle-despite-numerical-advantage-deprivation/">Schalke Edges Through Scare Losing Bundesliga Battle Despite Numerical Advantage Deprivation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Homes Remain Out of Reach Despite Price Drops For First-Time Buyers</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-homes-remain-out-of-reach-despite-price-drops-for-first-time-buyers/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:39:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75341</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite slightly lower prices, purchasing a home remains largely unaffordable for many first-time buyers in Germany. This is&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-homes-remain-out-of-reach-despite-price-drops-for-first-time-buyers/">German Homes Remain Out of Reach Despite Price Drops For First-Time Buyers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Dax Drops Despite Rising Oil Prices</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dax-drops-despite-rising-oil-prices/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:44:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75317</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The DAX remained in negative territory throughout the day on Thursday, continuing a weak start into the midday&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dax-drops-despite-rising-oil-prices/">Dax Drops Despite Rising Oil Prices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Fuel Prices Expected To Remain High Despite Market Dip</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-fuel-prices-expected-to-remain-high-despite-market-dip/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:12:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75260</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite recent easing on the oil markets, economic advisor Gabriel Felbermayr expects gasoline prices in Germany to remain&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-fuel-prices-expected-to-remain-high-despite-market-dip/">German Fuel Prices Expected To Remain High Despite Market Dip</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Industry Warns Lingering Economic Troubles Despite Ceasefire</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-industry-warns-lingering-economic-troubles-despite-ceasefire/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:09:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75233</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite a ceasefire in the Iran conflict, the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DIHK) has issued warnings&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-industry-warns-lingering-economic-troubles-despite-ceasefire/">German Industry Warns Lingering Economic Troubles Despite Ceasefire</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>OMV Chief Predicts Months Of Slow Energy Market Recovery Despite Geopolitical Easing</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/omv-chief-predicts-months-of-slow-energy-market-recovery-despite-geopolitical-easing/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:20:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Alfred Stern, the CEO of the Austrian energy and chemical conglomerate OMV, stated that despite indications of a&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/omv-chief-predicts-months-of-slow-energy-market-recovery-despite-geopolitical-easing/">OMV Chief Predicts Months Of Slow Energy Market Recovery Despite Geopolitical Easing</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>IEA Boss Forecasts Lingering Effects From Iran Conflict Despite Ceasefire Talks</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/iea-boss-forecasts-lingering-effects-from-iran-conflict-despite-ceasefire-talks/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:56:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75203</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Fatih Birol, the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA), anticipates that the repercussions of the conflict in&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/iea-boss-forecasts-lingering-effects-from-iran-conflict-despite-ceasefire-talks/">IEA Boss Forecasts Lingering Effects From Iran Conflict Despite Ceasefire Talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Experts Doubt Quick Gas Price Drops Despite Iran Tensions</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/experts-doubt-quick-gas-price-drops-despite-iran-tensions/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:44:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Monika Schnitzer, chairwoman of the Expert Council for Assessing Overall Economic Development, does not anticipate that the ceasefire&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/experts-doubt-quick-gas-price-drops-despite-iran-tensions/">Experts Doubt Quick Gas Price Drops Despite Iran Tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Hapag Lloyd Avoids Strait of Hormuz Despite Ceasefire Amid Safety Concerns</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/hapag-lloyd-avoids-strait-of-hormuz-despite-ceasefire-amid-safety-concerns/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:21:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75197</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the agreement on a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, the shipping company Hapag-Lloyd continues&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/hapag-lloyd-avoids-strait-of-hormuz-despite-ceasefire-amid-safety-concerns/">Hapag Lloyd Avoids Strait of Hormuz Despite Ceasefire Amid Safety Concerns</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>NRW Cities Find Federal Old Debt Aid Insufficient Despite Government Action</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/nrw-cities-find-federal-old-debt-aid-insufficient-despite-government-action/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:38:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The large cities in North Rhine-Westphalia are pleased that the federal government has finally presented the long-promised core&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/nrw-cities-find-federal-old-debt-aid-insufficient-despite-government-action/">NRW Cities Find Federal Old Debt Aid Insufficient Despite Government Action</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Höne Vows Stay Fixed On FDP Leadership Bid Despite Rivalry</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/hone-vows-stay-fixed-on-fdp-leadership-bid-despite-rivalry/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:59:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=74876</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the candidacy of the FDP&#8217;s Deputy Chair, Wolfgang Kubicki, for the leadership of the Liberals, North Rhine-Westphalia&#8217;s&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/hone-vows-stay-fixed-on-fdp-leadership-bid-despite-rivalry/">Höne Vows Stay Fixed On FDP Leadership Bid Despite Rivalry</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Reiche Guarantees Germany Fuel Supply Secured Despite Oil Tanker Reversal</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/reiche-guarantees-germany-fuel-supply-secured-despite-oil-tanker-reversal/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:08:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=74597</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Although reports suggest that some of the first oil tankers traveling to Europe have been turned back to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/reiche-guarantees-germany-fuel-supply-secured-despite-oil-tanker-reversal/">Reiche Guarantees Germany Fuel Supply Secured Despite Oil Tanker Reversal</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>SPD Rejects Higher VAT, Sticks With Wealth‑Tax and Inheritance Increases Despite Lowered Growth Forecasts</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/spd-rejects-higher-vat-sticks-with-wealth-tax-and-inheritance-increases-despite-lowered-growth-forecasts/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:22:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=74462</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite a sharp downgrade in Germany&#8217;s growth outlook, the SPD insists on retaining its push for higher taxes&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/spd-rejects-higher-vat-sticks-with-wealth-tax-and-inheritance-increases-despite-lowered-growth-forecasts/">SPD Rejects Higher VAT, Sticks With Wealth‑Tax and Inheritance Increases Despite Lowered Growth Forecasts</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Industry Still Thrives Despite Deep Structural Break Study Says</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-industry-still-thrives-despite-deep-structural-break-study-says/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:58:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=74039</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German industry is experiencing a deep structural shift, but this does not amount to deindustrialisation. Three studies&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-industry-still-thrives-despite-deep-structural-break-study-says/">German Industry Still Thrives Despite Deep Structural Break Study Says</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>61 Percent Of Households Uninterested In Fiber Despite Rollout</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/61-percent-of-households-uninterested-in-fiber-despite-rollout/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:42:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=73841</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>A recent survey commissioned by the German Consumer Association&#8217;s national federation reveals that 61 % of households that are&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/61-percent-of-households-uninterested-in-fiber-despite-rollout/">61 Percent Of Households Uninterested In Fiber Despite Rollout</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Democrats Lead Denmark Parliamentary Election Exit Poll Despite Steep Losses</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-democrats-lead-denmark-parliamentary-election-exit-poll-despite-steep-losses/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:30:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=73621</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to the first exit poll, Denmark&#8217;s Social Democrats still lead in the parliamentary election, even though they&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-democrats-lead-denmark-parliamentary-election-exit-poll-despite-steep-losses/">Social Democrats Lead Denmark Parliamentary Election Exit Poll Despite Steep Losses</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>SPD Secretary Tim Klüssendorf Vows to Stay in Coalition Despite Party&#8217;s New Election Loss</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/spd-secretary-tim-klussendorf-vows-to-stay-in-coalition-despite-partys-new-election-loss/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:23:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=73378</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the recent electoral setback for the party, SPD General Secretary Tim Klüssendorf ruled out a break in the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/spd-secretary-tim-klussendorf-vows-to-stay-in-coalition-despite-partys-new-election-loss/">SPD Secretary Tim Klüssendorf Vows to Stay in Coalition Despite Party&#8217;s New Election Loss</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Digital Minister Urges Caution Before Youth Social Media Ban Despite Positive Australian Tests</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/digital-minister-urges-caution-before-youth-social-media-ban-despite-positive-australian-tests/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 02:19:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=73177</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger (CDU) cautioned against a quick ban on social‑media use for minors during a debate.&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/digital-minister-urges-caution-before-youth-social-media-ban-despite-positive-australian-tests/">Digital Minister Urges Caution Before Youth Social Media Ban Despite Positive Australian Tests</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Mossad Ex‑Chief Rejects Quick Military End to Iran Conflict Despite Trump Claim</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/mossad-ex-chief-rejects-quick-military-end-to-iran-conflict-despite-trump-claim/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:35:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=71893</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Former head of Israel&#8217;s foreign intelligence agency, the Mossad, Efraim Halevy, says he does not believe a quick&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/mossad-ex-chief-rejects-quick-military-end-to-iran-conflict-despite-trump-claim/">Mossad Ex‑Chief Rejects Quick Military End to Iran Conflict Despite Trump Claim</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Germany Sticks to Nuclear Exit Despite EU Atomic Energy Plans</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/germany-sticks-to-nuclear-exit-despite-eu-atomic-energy-plans/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:45:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=71878</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German federal government maintains its firm stance on phasing out nuclear power, even in the wake of&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/germany-sticks-to-nuclear-exit-despite-eu-atomic-energy-plans/">Germany Sticks to Nuclear Exit Despite EU Atomic Energy Plans</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Merz Calls Czechia Under Babis a Close Partner Despite EU Skepticism</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/merz-calls-czechia-under-babis-a-close-partner-despite-eu-skepticism/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:01:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=71698</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) said that, even with the relatively EU‑skeptical stance of the new Czech government,&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/merz-calls-czechia-under-babis-a-close-partner-despite-eu-skepticism/">Merz Calls Czechia Under Babis a Close Partner Despite EU Skepticism</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Frigate Nordrhein-Westfalen Set to Continue Med Unifil Mission Despite Middle East War Readiness Stays High</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-frigate-nordrhein-westfalen-set-to-continue-med-unifil-mission-despite-middle-east-war-readiness-stays-high/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:30:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=71548</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German frigate Nordrhein-Westfalen continues its deployment in the Mediterranean as part of the UN Mission Unifil, regardless of the war&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-frigate-nordrhein-westfalen-set-to-continue-med-unifil-mission-despite-middle-east-war-readiness-stays-high/">German Frigate Nordrhein-Westfalen Set to Continue Med Unifil Mission Despite Middle East War Readiness Stays High</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Südekum Urges Delay of Fuel Rebates Despite Price Surge</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/sudekum-urges-delay-of-fuel-rebates-despite-price-surge/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:45:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=71227</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the continued rise in fuel prices caused by the conflict in Iran, Jens Südekum, an economist and economic&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/sudekum-urges-delay-of-fuel-rebates-despite-price-surge/">Südekum Urges Delay of Fuel Rebates Despite Price Surge</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Bundesbank President Rejects Gas Price Cap Despite Mixed Past Experience</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/bundesbank-president-rejects-gas-price-cap-despite-mixed-past-experience/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:02:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=71107</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The President of the German Bundesbank, Joachim Nagel, rejected direct interventions such as an oil‑price brake and pointed to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/bundesbank-president-rejects-gas-price-cap-despite-mixed-past-experience/">Bundesbank President Rejects Gas Price Cap Despite Mixed Past Experience</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Statutory Health Insurers Post €3.5 Billion Surplus in 2025 Despite Rising Expenditures</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-statutory-health-insurers-post-e3-5-billion-surplus-in-2025-despite-rising-expenditures/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:18:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70981</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite notably higher expenditures, statutory health insurance funds concluded 2025 with a surplus of €3.5 billion, according to figures&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-statutory-health-insurers-post-e3-5-billion-surplus-in-2025-despite-rising-expenditures/">German Statutory Health Insurers Post €3.5 Billion Surplus in 2025 Despite Rising Expenditures</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German States Hold Back on New Secondary Asylum Centers Despite Parliament&#8217;s Push</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-states-hold-back-on-new-secondary-asylum-centers-despite-parliaments-push/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 01:05:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70534</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>So far, many German states have reacted with great caution to the possibility that the Bundestag created on&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-states-hold-back-on-new-secondary-asylum-centers-despite-parliaments-push/">German States Hold Back on New Secondary Asylum Centers Despite Parliament&#8217;s Push</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Car Dealerships Fear Revenue Loss in 2026 Despite New EV Subsidy 42 Percent Expect Decline While 20 Percent Hope for Improvement</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-car-dealerships-fear-revenue-loss-in-2026-despite-new-ev-subsidy-42-percent-expect-decline-while-20-percent-hope-for-improvement/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:18:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70372</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the electric‑vehicle subsidy that began at the turn of the year, German car dealers remain largely pessimistic&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-car-dealerships-fear-revenue-loss-in-2026-despite-new-ev-subsidy-42-percent-expect-decline-while-20-percent-hope-for-improvement/">German Car Dealerships Fear Revenue Loss in 2026 Despite New EV Subsidy 42 Percent Expect Decline While 20 Percent Hope for Improvement</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Unemployment Rises 81,000 in February from Previous Year Despite January Decline</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-unemployment-rises-81000-in-february-from-previous-year-despite-january-decline/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:46:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70198</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The number of unemployed people rose in February compared with the same month last year, but fell from&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-unemployment-rises-81000-in-february-from-previous-year-despite-january-decline/">German Unemployment Rises 81,000 in February from Previous Year Despite January Decline</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Stuttgart Advance to Europa League Round of 16 with 4‑2 Aggregate Over Celtic Despite Home Loss</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/stuttgart-advance-to-europa-league-round-of-16-with-4-2-aggregate-over-celtic-despite-home-loss/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:20:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70120</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to a 4‑1 victory in the first leg, VfB Stuttgart advanced to the Europa League last‑16 even though&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/stuttgart-advance-to-europa-league-round-of-16-with-4-2-aggregate-over-celtic-despite-home-loss/">Stuttgart Advance to Europa League Round of 16 with 4‑2 Aggregate Over Celtic Despite Home Loss</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>DAX Opens Slightly Lower Despite Nvidia’s Strong Numbers</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dax-opens-slightly-lower-despite-nvidias-strong-numbers/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:57:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70045</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The DAX opened the trading day on Thursday with a modest decline. By about 9:30 a.m., the index&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dax-opens-slightly-lower-despite-nvidias-strong-numbers/">DAX Opens Slightly Lower Despite Nvidia’s Strong Numbers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Health Minister Warken Stays Against Ending Phone Sick Notes Despite Party Call</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/health-minister-warken-stays-against-ending-phone-sick-notes-despite-party-call/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:35:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70042</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the decision made at the CDU party conference, Health Minister Nina Warken has no current plans to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/health-minister-warken-stays-against-ending-phone-sick-notes-despite-party-call/">Health Minister Warken Stays Against Ending Phone Sick Notes Despite Party Call</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>DAX Remains in Red at Midday Despite Strong Ifo Numbers</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dax-remains-in-red-at-midday-despite-strong-ifo-numbers/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:55:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69640</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The DAX remained in the red until lunchtime on Monday after a weak start to the trading day.&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dax-remains-in-red-at-midday-despite-strong-ifo-numbers/">DAX Remains in Red at Midday Despite Strong Ifo Numbers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Government Praises Sports Funding Despite Olympic Medal Decline</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-government-praises-sports-funding-despite-olympic-medal-decline/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:15:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69634</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German federal government still considers the nation&#8217;s sports funding to be &#8220;well positioned&#8221; even though the Olympic&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-government-praises-sports-funding-despite-olympic-medal-decline/">German Government Praises Sports Funding Despite Olympic Medal Decline</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Germany Secures Third Spot in Global Economy 2025 Despite Ongoing Crisis</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/germany-secures-third-spot-in-global-economy-2025-despite-ongoing-crisis/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:33:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69628</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite a continuing economic crisis, Germany secured its place as the world&#8217;s third‑largest economy in 2025. According to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/germany-secures-third-spot-in-global-economy-2025-despite-ongoing-crisis/">Germany Secures Third Spot in Global Economy 2025 Despite Ongoing Crisis</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Klingbeil Advisor Warns of Investment Stagnation Despite New Special Fund</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/klingbeil-advisor-warns-of-investment-stagnation-despite-new-special-fund/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:58:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69625</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the new Special Fund for Infrastructure and Climate Neutrality (SVIK), economist Jens Südekum warns of a long‑term stagnation&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/klingbeil-advisor-warns-of-investment-stagnation-despite-new-special-fund/">Klingbeil Advisor Warns of Investment Stagnation Despite New Special Fund</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Klingbeil Says US Trade War Continues Despite Supreme Court Ruling</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/klingbeil-says-us-trade-war-continues-despite-supreme-court-ruling/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:33:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69460</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Bundesfinanzminister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) does not expect the Supreme Court&#8217;s customs ruling to permanently ease the trade dispute&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/klingbeil-says-us-trade-war-continues-despite-supreme-court-ruling/">Klingbeil Says US Trade War Continues Despite Supreme Court Ruling</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Dax Moves Into Green Despite Investor Reluctance</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dax-moves-into-green-despite-investor-reluctance/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:32:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69367</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>At 12:30 German time the DAX settled at 25,110 points, 0.3 % higher than yesterday&#8217;s close after a fairly&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dax-moves-into-green-despite-investor-reluctance/">Dax Moves Into Green Despite Investor Reluctance</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>EU Arms Keep Flowing to Russia via Third Countries Despite Sanctions</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/eu-arms-keep-flowing-to-russia-via-third-countries-despite-sanctions/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:01:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69142</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>A new study by the Ifo Institute and Econpol Europe, released this Thursday, shows that EU‑originated military goods&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/eu-arms-keep-flowing-to-russia-via-third-countries-despite-sanctions/">EU Arms Keep Flowing to Russia via Third Countries Despite Sanctions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>22% of Restaurant Owners Seek Price Hikes Despite Lower VAT</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/22-of-restaurant-owners-seek-price-hikes-despite-lower-vat/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:43:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69007</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>A recent Dehoga survey of nearly 700 restaurants shows that 22 percent of owners intend to raise their prices,&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/22-of-restaurant-owners-seek-price-hikes-despite-lower-vat/">22% of Restaurant Owners Seek Price Hikes Despite Lower VAT</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>New Legal Requirement for Electronic Patient Record Lacks Enforcement Despite Effective Date</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/new-legal-requirement-for-electronic-patient-record-lacks-enforcement-despite-effective-date/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:12:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68980</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Since the legal duty that went into force on October 1 , 2025 requires doctors to fill the electronic patient record&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/new-legal-requirement-for-electronic-patient-record-lacks-enforcement-despite-effective-date/">New Legal Requirement for Electronic Patient Record Lacks Enforcement Despite Effective Date</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Union SPD Reject VAT Hike Despite Economist Warning</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/union-spd-reject-vat-hike-despite-economist-warning/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:27:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68893</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Union and the SPD say that a rise in the value‑added tax (VAT), a scenario forecast by&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/union-spd-reject-vat-hike-despite-economist-warning/">Union SPD Reject VAT Hike Despite Economist Warning</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Two-Thirds of Consumers Plan 2026 Getaway Despite Price Surge</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/two-thirds-of-consumers-plan-2026-getaway-despite-price-surge/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:11:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In a January 2026 Yougov survey commissioned by Postbank, two‑thirds of German consumers said they plan to travel&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/two-thirds-of-consumers-plan-2026-getaway-despite-price-surge/">Two-Thirds of Consumers Plan 2026 Getaway Despite Price Surge</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>DAX Opens Higher Despite No Trading in the US Markets</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dax-opens-higher-despite-no-trading-in-the-us-markets/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:57:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68713</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The DAX opened Monday with gains, trading at about 24,970 points &#8211; roughly 0.2 % above the Friday close.&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dax-opens-higher-despite-no-trading-in-the-us-markets/">DAX Opens Higher Despite No Trading in the US Markets</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Rubio Calls for US‑Europe Unity at Munich Security Conference Despite Past Mistakes</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/rubio-calls-for-us-europe-unity-at-munich-security-conference-despite-past-mistakes/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 09:02:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>At the Munich Security Conference, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called for stronger ties with Europe, framing his&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/rubio-calls-for-us-europe-unity-at-munich-security-conference-despite-past-mistakes/">Rubio Calls for US‑Europe Unity at Munich Security Conference Despite Past Mistakes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Bavarian Premier Markus Soder Warns of Break With US Despite Differences at Munich Security Conference</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/bavarian-premier-markus-soder-warns-of-break-with-us-despite-differences-at-munich-security-conference/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:03:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68446</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Markus Söder, the Bavarian premier and CSU chair, warned against a rupture with the United States, saying the fate&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/bavarian-premier-markus-soder-warns-of-break-with-us-despite-differences-at-munich-security-conference/">Bavarian Premier Markus Soder Warns of Break With US Despite Differences at Munich Security Conference</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Survey Finds Homeowners Poorly Protected From Extreme Weather Despite Rising Flood Threats</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/survey-finds-homeowners-poorly-protected-from-extreme-weather-despite-rising-flood-threats/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:06:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68338</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>A survey conducted by the polling firm YouGov for insurer AXA reveals that many homes in Germany are&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/survey-finds-homeowners-poorly-protected-from-extreme-weather-despite-rising-flood-threats/">Survey Finds Homeowners Poorly Protected From Extreme Weather Despite Rising Flood Threats</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>IAB Director Forecasts Mild Drop in Unemployment by 2026 Despite Ongoing Labor Market Struggles</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/iab-director-forecasts-mild-drop-in-unemployment-by-2026-despite-ongoing-labor-market-struggles/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:16:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67921</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Bernd Fitzenberger, director of the Institute for Employment Market and Career Research (IAB), sees significant challenges on the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/iab-director-forecasts-mild-drop-in-unemployment-by-2026-despite-ongoing-labor-market-struggles/">IAB Director Forecasts Mild Drop in Unemployment by 2026 Despite Ongoing Labor Market Struggles</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Government Threatens to Miss 2030 Climate Target Despite Court Ruling</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-government-threatens-to-miss-2030-climate-target-despite-court-ruling/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:30:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67690</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German federal government is on the verge of missing the legally mandated 2030 interim climate target, according&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-government-threatens-to-miss-2030-climate-target-despite-court-ruling/">German Government Threatens to Miss 2030 Climate Target Despite Court Ruling</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Lithuania Urges European Plan B as PM Announces Security Backup Despite NATO Loyalty</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/lithuania-urges-european-plan-b-as-pm-announces-security-backup-despite-nato-loyalty/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 06:09:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67462</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lithuania&#8217;s Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene has said that, despite the nation&#8217;s full commitment to NATO, it is already preparing&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/lithuania-urges-european-plan-b-as-pm-announces-security-backup-despite-nato-loyalty/">Lithuania Urges European Plan B as PM Announces Security Backup Despite NATO Loyalty</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Services Sector Revenue Falls in November 2025 Despite 0.6 Percent YoY Gain</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-services-sector-revenue-falls-in-november-2025-despite-0-6-percent-yoy-gain/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 02:28:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67342</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Germany&#8217;s service sector achieved a calendar‑ and seasonally adjusted real decline of 0.4 % in November 2025 and a nominal&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-services-sector-revenue-falls-in-november-2025-despite-0-6-percent-yoy-gain/">German Services Sector Revenue Falls in November 2025 Despite 0.6 Percent YoY Gain</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Audit Office Blames Waste In Doctor Appointment Arrangements As Waiting Times Remain Unchanged Despite 2.9 Billion Euro Spend</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/audit-office-blames-waste-in-doctor-appointment-arrangements-as-waiting-times-remain-unchanged-despite-2-9-billion-euro-spend/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:39:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67258</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite the German federal audit office reporting additional spending of €2.9 billion, it finds no reduction in waiting times&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/audit-office-blames-waste-in-doctor-appointment-arrangements-as-waiting-times-remain-unchanged-despite-2-9-billion-euro-spend/">Audit Office Blames Waste In Doctor Appointment Arrangements As Waiting Times Remain Unchanged Despite 2.9 Billion Euro Spend</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Coal Region Rail Investment Stalls Only Bitterfeld Station Completed Despite Billions</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/coal-region-rail-investment-stalls-only-bitterfeld-station-completed-despite-billions/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67162</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Germany&#8217;s new &#8220;Coal Region Investment Act&#8221; earmarks billions of euros to reshape the former brown‑coal mining belt, yet&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/coal-region-rail-investment-stalls-only-bitterfeld-station-completed-despite-billions/">Coal Region Rail Investment Stalls Only Bitterfeld Station Completed Despite Billions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Regulator Declares Gas Supply Stable Despite Low Storage</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-regulator-declares-gas-supply-stable-despite-low-storage/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:08:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=66877</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Klaus Müller, president of Germany&#8217;s Federal Network Agency (Bundesnetzagentur), has made it clear that he will not describe the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-regulator-declares-gas-supply-stable-despite-low-storage/">German Regulator Declares Gas Supply Stable Despite Low Storage</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Union Faction Satisfied With Coalition Summit Despite Limited Outcomes</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/union-faction-satisfied-with-coalition-summit-despite-limited-outcomes/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:28:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=66334</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Although the outcome was modest, the Union caucus expressed satisfaction with the coalition summit that took place last&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/union-faction-satisfied-with-coalition-summit-despite-limited-outcomes/">Union Faction Satisfied With Coalition Summit Despite Limited Outcomes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Yardeni Forecasts S&#038;P 500 to Hit 10,000 by 2029 Despite Tariffs and Geopolitical Uncertainty Investors Urged to Hold US Shares</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/yardeni-forecasts-sp-500-to-hit-10000-by-2029-despite-tariffs-and-geopolitical-uncertainty-investors-urged-to-hold-us-shares/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 06:24:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=66202</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite tariffs and geopolitical uncertainties, investors should not be tempted to book early losses on U.S. equity markets,&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/yardeni-forecasts-sp-500-to-hit-10000-by-2029-despite-tariffs-and-geopolitical-uncertainty-investors-urged-to-hold-us-shares/">Yardeni Forecasts S&amp;P 500 to Hit 10,000 by 2029 Despite Tariffs and Geopolitical Uncertainty Investors Urged to Hold US Shares</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Companies Unprepared for Conflict Despite Strong Cyber Defences Institute Says</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-companies-unprepared-for-conflict-despite-strong-cyber-defences-institute-says/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:28:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Institute of German Economic Research (IW) warns that businesses in Germany may not be adequately prepared for&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-companies-unprepared-for-conflict-despite-strong-cyber-defences-institute-says/">German Companies Unprepared for Conflict Despite Strong Cyber Defences Institute Says</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Deutsche Bahn Targets Sixty Percent Punctuality on Long Distance Trains Despite Record Number of Site Works</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/deutsche-bahn-targets-sixty-percent-punctuality-on-long-distance-trains-despite-record-number-of-site-works/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 21:50:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Despite a record number of construction sites, Deutsche Bahn aims to noticeably boost long‑distance service punctuality this year. Philipp&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/deutsche-bahn-targets-sixty-percent-punctuality-on-long-distance-trains-despite-record-number-of-site-works/">Deutsche Bahn Targets Sixty Percent Punctuality on Long Distance Trains Despite Record Number of Site Works</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Study Finds Germany Heavily Dependent on U.S. Defense Supplies Despite Rising Military Spending</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/study-finds-germany-heavily-dependent-on-u-s-defense-supplies-despite-rising-military-spending/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:17:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Globally, two‑thirds of all defense‑sector startups are located in the United States. The superpower also dominates the large‑enterprise&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/study-finds-germany-heavily-dependent-on-u-s-defense-supplies-despite-rising-military-spending/">Study Finds Germany Heavily Dependent on U.S. Defense Supplies Despite Rising Military Spending</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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