Germany: 7.36 million adults over-indebted as living costs bite

The Schuldneratlas reports 7.36 million over-indebted adults in Germany, over one in ten, driven by higher living costs. This signals persistent consumer financial stress, which could weigh on consumption and growth. The data is an annual snapshot, not a monthly surprise, but underscores structural pressure on households.

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