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SocietyAnnual study finds high cost of living is Germans’ biggest fear

R+V’s 2026 “Fears of Germans” study says the rising cost of living remains the country’s top concern, with the share citing it increasing from 52% last year to 59%. Respondents also expressed concern about refugees overwhelming the state and higher taxes, while fewer feared war involving Germany or US policies making the world more dangerous. Politicians received an average grade of 4.1.

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DDW★★★☆☆2026-10-01 09:46Original

Annual study finds high cost of living is Germans’ biggest fear
Annual study finds high cost of living is Germans’ biggest fearSociety