US EditionPoor getting poorer in Germany, report shows
- The German Parity Welfare Association released a report on Tuesday revealing that 13 million people live below the poverty line in Germany in 2024.
- The report attributes the rise in poverty, reaching 15.5% of the population, to worsening economic conditions and inflation impacting vulnerable groups.
- The study highlights falling median incomes after inflation adjustments and finds that 37% of poor households spend over 40% of income on housing and utilities.
- Managing Director Joachim Rock stated, "The poor are getting poorer," and emphasized that over half of poor households’ income goes to rent, utilities, and heating.
- The findings indicate growing financial hardship, especially among single parents, retirees, and elderly women, urging the new government to prioritize combating poverty.
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Almost a sixth of the Hessians are poor, according to a report. The VdK Social Association warns that poverty is now also threatening the middle class.
nd.DerTag / nd.DieWoche [Newsroom]Berlin (ots) - "Poor are becoming poorer." The conclusion of the new poverty report of the Joint Welfare Association is short, concise and concise. The explanation is simple: The price increases in the field of energy, rent and food of the past ... Read more here...Original content of: nd.DerTag / nd.DieWoche, transmitted by news aktuell
The situation of poor people in Germany is getting worse: there are more people suffering from poverty - and these have less and less money available. Associations see the new federal government as a duty.
Increasing prices have increased poverty according to the Joint Welfare Association. Disparities between regions – and the genders are striking.
According to a new report, single parents in Germany are particularly vulnerable to poverty, as are younger and older people. The current rate of inflation is exacerbating the problem.
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