[HIGHLIGHTS] Energy costs: What should consumers expect in the future?

VAT reduction on gas could only expire at the end of March. The Growth Opportunities Act is stuck in the mediation committee of the Bundesrat and Bundestag.

It provides tax relief for companies of seven billion euros per year. The Federal Council had blocked the law because it led to a loss of income for the states. The next regular meeting of the Federal Council is on March 22nd, although there could also be a special meeting. Meanwhile, tenants will receive the first operating cost bills for 2023 in these weeks.