Germans worry most about inflation and high prices

Inflation remains the top concern for Germans, with nearly half citing rising prices and living costs as the most significant problem. Despite a slight decrease, electricity prices remain high, averaging around 39.69 cents per kilowatt-hour in 2025, significantly above pre-Ukraine war levels. The government's failure to reduce the electricity tax has been criticized. This concern follows years of high electricity prices, peaking in 2022 and 2023. The issue of inflation is expected to continue to be a major topic in political discussions.