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German DGB chief demands fuel price cap, windfall tax, electricity tax cut

DGB President Yasmin Fahimi calls for a fuel price cap, a windfall tax on energy firms, and a reduction in electricity tax, echoing ADAC and the Crafts president. This signals growing political pressure in Germany for state intervention in energy prices, though no policy change has been announced. The demand reflects sustained high energy costs for consumers and could foreshadow fiscal measures if adopted.

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