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German union calls for walkouts at Deutsche's Postbank in wage dispute

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Posted on April 28, 2026

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Verdi Union Calls Walkouts at Deutsche's Postbank Amid Wage Dispute

Verdi Union's Industrial Action and Wage Negotiations

Details of the Planned Walkouts

BERLIN, April 28 (Reuters) - Germany's Verdi union called on employees at Deutsche Bank's Postbank subsidiary to stage walkouts on April 30 and May 2, meaning branches could remain closed, it said on Tuesday.

Wage Dispute and Union Demands

Scope of the Negotiations

The move is aimed at stepping up pressure in wage talks for about 9,000 employees.

Specific Demands

Salary Increases

Verdi said has demanded a pay rise of 8%, or at least 300 euros ($350) per month and a 200 euro rise in training allowances.

Currency Conversion

($1 = 0.8554 euros)

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Madeline Chambers; editing by Matthias Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • Verdi demands an 8% pay raise or at least €300 per month plus €200 training allowance for about 9,000 Postbank employees, highlighting rising workloads and recent branch restructuring.
  • Walkouts scheduled on April 30 and May 2 could force branch closures, intensifying pressure on Deutsche Bank amid stalled talks.
  • This dispute follows earlier rounds of wage talks; prior to this, unions demanded up to 15.5%, while Deutsche Bank offered gradual raises around 10%—but no deal has been reached yet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the Verdi union calling for walkouts at Postbank?
The Verdi union is calling for walkouts to increase pressure in wage negotiations, demanding an 8% pay rise or at least 300 euros more per month for about 9,000 Postbank employees.
When will the walkouts at Deutsche Bank's Postbank take place?
The union has announced walkouts on April 30 and May 2, which could result in branch closures.
How many employees are affected by the Postbank wage dispute?
About 9,000 Postbank employees are involved in the wage negotiations and potential walkouts.
What is Verdi demanding in the wage talks for Postbank staff?
Verdi is demanding an 8% pay increase, or a minimum of 300 euros more per month and a 200 euro rise in training allowances.

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