Global challenges - from wars and climate change to unresolved national problems, economic uncertainties, persistent inflation and migration issues - characterise the mood of German citizens. Additional political uncertainties, such as the early elections, reinforce this impression. A recent representative survey by the non-profit BAT Foundation for Future Studies shows that almost two thirds of citizens are worried and anxious about the coming twelve months. Only 37 per cent express confidence.

At a time when being at home is becoming increasingly important, people are less willing to travel long distances for leisure activities. This is the conclusion of a recent study by the non-profit Stiftung für Zukunftsfragen (Foundation for Future Studies), for which over 3,000 people aged 18 and over were surveyed on a representative basis.

The range of leisure activities on offer is growing inexorably and with it the opportunities to spend money. But what prices do German citizens consider reasonable? What exactly are they prepared to pay for certain services and leisure activities?

The introduction of a 4-day week with full pay is the subject of intense debate in Germany. While employers, associations and political parties tend to be sceptical, almost two thirds of German citizens think it is a good idea. This is the result of a recent study by the BAT Foundation for Future Studies, for which over 2,000 German citizens aged 18 and over were surveyed.