Price increases and innovations: What to expect in December 2024!

Price increases and innovations: What to expect in December 2024!

Frankfurt, Deutschland - The December 2024 brings fresh surprises for all consumers in Germany! While the festive season is approaching, there are several price increases that will take notice of people. Christmas trees are becoming more expensive this year, and not too scarce! According to the federal association of Christmas tree producers, buyers have to leaf of between 22 and 30 euros per meter for a Nordmann fir - an increase of one euro compared to the previous year. A real shock for everyone who is looking forward to a contemplative festival!

But that's not all! Deutsche Bahn also follows and increases the prices for flex price tickets by an average of 5.9 percent. This means that travelers can only cancel their tickets free of charge by a week before departure. If you rely on savings prices, you now have to pay at least 21.99 euros in order to be able to cancel for ten euros. And the super saving price tickets? They remain at a price from 17.99 euros and cannot be canceled. An uncomfortable winter for travelers!

new standards and deadlines

From December 28th, the USB-C charging plug will become the new standard in Europe! All new smartphones and tablets are equipped with this modern connection, which means the end of the old micro USB connection. A step into the future that many consumers should delight. And not to forget: The deadline for voluntary tax levies for 2020 ends at the turn of the year. Another reason to take care of the finances in time!

A ray of hope in the dark season: On December 21st we experience the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. But from December 22nd we can look forward to longer days. A small consolation in the middle of the price increases and deadlines that await us in December 2024!