Overview

• The Rentenversicherungsbericht points to an increase of about 3.37% from July 2026, with the final figure dependent on official 2025 wage data.
• By law, the July adjustment is set through the Rentenwertbestimmungsverordnung issued by the government and approved by the Bundesrat.
• Pensions rose 3.74% in 2025, taking the current pension value to €40.79, while average gross payments are roughly €1,100 per month.
• Austria will exclude pensions above €2,500 per month from automatic indexation in 2026 and instead grant a one‑off payment of up to €67.50, according to reporting that cites Statistik Austria.
• German debates feature redistribution ideas such as DIW’s proposed “Boomer‑Soli” and comparisons with the Netherlands’ two‑pillar system that combines a state floor of about €1,200 with widespread employer plans.