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world Dw English 2026-04-30

EU Considers Windfall Tax on Energy Companies Amid Price Crisis

Five European Union countries, including Germany, are advocating for a windfall tax on energy companies. This proposal aims to target firms profiting from the current price crisis, though its implementation is complex.


Five countries, including Germany, want the EU to bring in a so-called windfall tax to target energy companies benefiting from the price crisis. It can be done, but it's complex.

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