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Handelsverband Deutschland (HDE)
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German economy: modest growth amid inflation and uncertainty
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Latest: Germany industrial prices rise 3% amid European economic uncertainty
Germany’s economy maintained a modest pace in the second half of 2026. Preliminary data for Q2 2026 showed a 0.2% quarter-on-quarter GDP increase, slightly exceeding analyst expectations. While exports grew, investment f
German retail AI and digital tipping trends
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Latest: German shoe chains pilot digital tip prompts at checkout
In mid‑July 2026 a study by Adyen and Deloitte showed German shoppers moving back toward physical stores while still using online channels, creating a balanced omnichannel market. Use of AI‑driven shopping assistants gre
German summer clearance sales
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Latest: Germany's Summer Clearance Sale Kicks Off on July 27, 2026
In early July 2026 Germany’s retail sector was already seeing a surge of promotions and new product launches. By July 27 the annual voluntary summer clearance (Sommerschlussverkauf) officially began, with the Handelsverb