The money office gives new numbers. The state spends less extra money this year. People call this a money gap. Experts thought about 4.2 percent. Now it is only 4.1 percent. This is about 21 billion euro.
One reason is the better economy. The trade grows fast. Taxes bring more money. There is no money for gifts. The state must save money.
Markus Marterbauer sees this well. The plan stays stable. Towns save money too. Experts knew this before.