Today in Austria: A Roundup of the Latest News on Thursday

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The "Germany basket" should relieve consumers. Austria lowers VAT on basic foodstuffs – according to experts, the more effective solution. Analysis.

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The Austrian government has agreed to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on basic foodstuffs to just under five percent. The halving of the tax rate is expected to take effect in mid-year, and the list of foodstuffs that will be reduced in price as a result of this measure is still to be determined.

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Food is to be cheaper in Austria. For this, the government pushes VAT to under five percent. The competition authority is to ensure that consumers also notice this.

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Austria's government is making the fight against inflation a central task in the country. This includes the relief of citizens and companies. In its exam, the coalition agrees on a package.

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In view of the high inflation, Austria's government has announced reliefs: VAT will be partially reduced and an industrial electricity price will apply from 2027.