Is Günther Oettinger A-List?
No — Günther Oettinger is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2010
EU Commissioner for Energy
Lost A-list status in 2019
Dropped to B tier — End of Term
Ranking Timeline
Minister-President
Appointed Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
EU Commissioner for Energy
Transitioned to European politics and became the EU Commissioner for Energy.
EU Commissioner for Digital
Appointed EU Commissioner for Digital Economy and Society.
Budget and Human Resources
Became EU Commissioner for Budget and Human Resources.
End of Term
Finished term as EU Commissioner for Budget and Human Resources.
Political Advisor
Works as a political advisor, using his years of experience to counsel others.
Last updated: February 25, 2026