Germany Approves Family Tax Cuts and Top Earner Tax

Germany approved tax cuts worth ten billion euros aimed at families and low-income households. The measures will take full effect by 2028 and be partially funded by higher taxes on top earners, drawing criticism from business groups.

German Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Finance Michael Schrodi and Chancellor Friedrich Merz shake hands, as German Minister for Special Tasks and Head of the Federal Chancellery Nina Warken stands alongside, on the day of a cabinet meeting at the Chancellery in Berlin, Germany, September 2, 2026.  REUTERS/Annegret Hilse

Germany approved €10 billion ($11.6 billion) in family tax cuts on Wednesday afternoon, funded partly by higher levies on top earners. The phased reform aims to boost disposable incomes for low- and middle-income households by 2028. The package highlights fiscal balancing efforts as Berlin navigates slowing economic growth.

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