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Germany advances €10 billion income tax overhaul

The reform raises the basic allowance and expands parental benefits to aid low and middle‑income households, according to The Local

By 2 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET Updated 2 Sep 2026 · 14:00 CET

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Germany is moving ahead with a major income‑tax reform that seeks to ease the burden on low and middle‑income households. The changes include a higher basic allowance, which reduces the amount of income subject to tax, and additional benefits aimed at parents.

According to The Local, the package is expected to cost around €10 billion. While the government promotes the measures as a way to deliver tangible savings for families, the exact amount each household will save depends on individual circumstances and has not been detailed in the announcement.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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