Schenk warns: Don't view employers as adversaries - Germany’s €13.90 minimum wage hike to boost 20% of Thuringia’s workforce in 2026
Germany’s minimum wage will climb to €13.90 per hour in January 2026. This increase from €12.82 will directly affect many workers, particularly in Thuringia. State officials have weighed in on how the change will impact both employees and businesses. The wage hike is set to benefit roughly one in five workers across Thuringia, with women set to gain slightly more than men from the adjustment. In total, the combined pay rise for affected employees in the region will reach around €12 million. The minimum wage rise to €13.90 will take effect in early 2026, with around 20% of Thuringia’s workforce seeing higher earnings as a result. Meanwhile, officials continue to urge cooperation between businesses and employees to navigate the transition smoothly.
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