IG Metall Intensifies Warnstreiks Amid Stalled Wage Negotiations

The labor union demands a seven percent pay raise for 3.9 million workers, while employers propose a staggered increase over 27 months.

The third day of nationwide warnstreiks in the metal and electrical industries saw significant participation, with 14,000 workers in Bavaria alone joining the protests.
IG Metall is pushing for a substantial wage increase to counteract inflation, citing the need for improved purchasing power for workers.
Employers have offered a 3.6% wage increase spread over 27 months, with the first hike not effective until July 2025, a proposal deemed insufficient by the union.
Negotiations remain deadlocked, with both sides far apart on salary increases, although some progress on other issues has been noted.
Future talks are planned, but no date has been set for the next round of negotiations, as discussions continue in smaller groups to find a resolution.