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German inflation cools on temporary fuel tax cut

German inflation cools on temporary fuel tax cut

Inflation in Germany decreased slightly to 2.6 percent in May. The cooling trend was primarily driven by a decline in energy prices and a temporary reduction in fuel excise duties.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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