Berlin, Oct 29, 2025 (AFP) - Germany's minimum wage set for record increase

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The German government on Wednesday backed an increase in the minimum wage to 14.60 euros per hour, the largest hike since the country adopted a minimum wage a decade ago. The increase will come in two stages, rising from the current 12.82 euros ($14.90) to 13.90 euros at the start of next year, and then jumping again to 14.60 euros per hour on January 1, 2027. "Millions of employees will receive noticeably more for their work -- and companies can......

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