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German corporate sick leave wage costs reach record €86 billion

German firms' expenditure on wages for employees on sick leave has doubled over the past 15 years, reaching a record €86 billion in 2025. This trend reflects structural labor market challenges and rising absenteeism, which may weigh on corporate profitability and overall economic productivity.

Deutsche Welle ENabout 6 hours agoDEengCredibility 63%View source

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Mosaic Score6.6
Confidence0.9
Significance0.5
Source credibility0.6

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#germany#labor#absenteeism#economy#wages

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Berlin

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