Not exactly. Yes, the price was always higher in Germany at the first look. But American prices don't include the VAT, if you calculate that out, and calculate out currency insurance (they tend to fluctuate) its about 2-5% more expensive here. But these 2-5% go mainly to the retailer. These need to have a higher margin in Europe, because of the higher taxes and social standards. And at the moment, it's time for a price correction (if the $ stays where it is, or drops further).
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Not exactly. Yes, the price was always higher in Germany at the first look. But American prices don't include the VAT, if you calculate that out, and calculate out currency insurance (they tend to fluctuate) its about 2-5% more expensive here. But these 2-5% go mainly to the retailer. These need to have a higher margin in Europe, because of the higher taxes and social standards. And at the moment, it's time for a price correction (if the $ stays where it is, or drops further).