Tax Estimators Begin Three-Day Discussions on Autumn Forecast - Germany's Budget Committee Targets Mid-November for 2026 Budget Finalisation
The German Bundestag's Budget Committee is working towards finalising the federal budget plan for 2026 by mid-November. Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil will unveil the new autumn forecast results this Thursday, which will feed into the final budget consultations.
The Budget Committee, or Haushaltsausschuss, is a cross-party group responsible for handling budget-related matters in the German parliament. While the exact composition for the 2026 budget plan isn't specified, the committee typically involves members from various parties. They are currently engaged in preliminary deliberations for the 2026 budget.
The autumn forecast results, to be announced by Minister Klingbeil, will play a crucial role in shaping the final budget. Once the committee completes its work, the full Bundestag plenary will still need to approve the budget plan.
The Budget Committee is on track to finalise the 2026 federal budget plan by mid-November, with the autumn forecast results influencing the final consultations. After the committee's work, the full Bundestag will vote on the approved budget.
