Our online store comprises thousands of market research reports, with more than 6,000 publications covering Germany. Each study offers a unique guide to a market or industry in the country; contains a comprehensive industry analysis; lists and reviews top companies; discloses historical data, etc.
Here are some basic facts about the country.
Germany’s Economic Structure
Germany is Europe’s largest economy and the world’s fifth largest. In 2012, the country’ GDP was estimated at USD 3.401 trillion. The GDP shrank in 2009 by 5.9% due to the world financial crisis. It recovered in 2010 to grow by 4.2% and 3.0% in 2011. However it was hit by the Euro crisis in 2012 and shrank 0.7%. Unemployment in 2012 was 5.5% and inflation was running at 2.1%.
Over the last 20 years, the government has spent USD 2 trillion on the rehabilitation of East Germany. However, there remains a marked economic divide between the east and the west of the country.
Germany has a very small agricultural sector that provides only 0.8% of GDP with industry providing 28% and services 78.2%. Key exports are machinery, vehicles, chemicals, metal manufacturing, foodstuffs and textiles.
Germany's main export partners include France, the UK, Netherlands, the USA, Italy, China, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, and Poland.
Its import partners are France, the Netherlands, Belgium, China, Italy, Austria, the UK, Russia, and the Czech Republic.
Industry Analysis
Vehicle Manufacturing
In 2010, Germany’ car manufacturing industry was worth USD 104.1billion. It grew 3.2% between 2006 and 2010. The forecast through to 2015 is growth of 3.2% reaching USD 122.1 billion by end-2015. The predictions got off to a slow start in the early years of the forecast but recent news has been extremely positive. December 2013 saw the western European car market grow by 13%, for the first time reaching double figures over the last four years. Domestic sales grew by 5%, and record sales were achieved in the USA.
German car companies are among the world class manufacturers, including Audi, BMW, Ford Germany, Mercedes Benz, Opel, Porsche, and Volkswagen.
The industry is maintaining its leading edge in innovation, taking 30% all the country's R&D spending. Upper midrange and luxury segments are leaders in the market. It has finally begun the development of more environmentally friendly vehicles.
Mechanical Engineering
Unlike car manufacturing, the German mechanical engineering industry is based dominated by small and medium size firms rather than by large companies. Around 88% of the 6000 companies in the sector employ less than 250 people. However with 965,000 employees it is the largest employer in the country and the workforce is recognised as being highly skilled.
The difficult world trading conditions of 2010 to 2012 saw slow trading as countries around the world cut back on investment. However recently there are signs of recovery. 76% of production goes to export bringing a trade surplus of $88 billion in 2011. With 17% of the global market Germany is the world leader ahead of the USA and Japan.
Electronics
Together with other German industries, the electronics sector seems to be recovering from the setbacks of 2010 to 2012. Companies employ 1.5 million people worldwide with 800,000 of these jobs being in Germany. It produced a turnover of USD 224 billion in 2011 from the production of 100,000 different products.
Production is split between the following sectors: automotive and industrial electronics (64.7%), data processing 25%, telecoms 8.0%, and consumer electronics 2.3%.
Germany dominates the sector in Europe, and it is the world’s second only behind Japan. Prospects for the industry look good, with Germany is seen as the most attractive country for investment in Europe by 35% of companies, with Poland a long way behind with 10%.
Chemicals
Germany has the largest chemical company in the world – BASF. Other large companies include, Hoechst, Bayer and Lanxess. In 2010, it provided 25% of all European sales of EUR 180 billion. It is the 4th largest chemical producer in the world. The industry employed 423,000 people in 2011, and it is upbeat in its predictions for 2014 expecting 2% much better than the last two years.
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Basic Chemicals in Germany
US$ 660.00
... comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Basic Chemicals market at a national level. It provides the ... , Oxygen-function Compounds and Other Organic Chemicals, Industrial Gases. Data coverage: market ... ? Get a detailed picture of the Basic Chemicals market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors ...
December 2018
5 pages
Fertilisers and Nitrogen Compounds in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Fertilisers and Nitrogen Compounds market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Fertilisers and Nitrogen Compounds market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Household Cleaning and Personal Care Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Household Cleaning and Personal Care Products market at a national level. It provides the latest ... buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Household Cleaning and Personal Care Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
December 2018
6 pages
Paints and Varnishes in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Paints and Varnishes market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... . Forecasts illustrate how the market is set to change. Product coverage: Paints, Varnishes and Driers, Prepared Pigments, Enamels and Glazes, Printing Ink ...
December 2018
5 pages
Pesticides and Other Agro-chemical Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Pesticides and Other Agro-chemical Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... this report? Get a detailed picture of the Pesticides and Other Agro-chemical Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
December 2018
5 pages
Pharmaceuticals in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Pharmaceuticals market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Pharmaceuticals market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Photochemicals, Explosives and Other Chemicals in Germany
US$ 660.00
... a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Photochemicals, Explosives and Other Chemicals market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... this report? Get a detailed picture of the Photochemicals, Explosives and Other Chemicals market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
December 2018
6 pages
Plastic in Primary Forms and Synthetic Rubber in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Plastic in Primary Forms and Synthetic Rubber market at a national level. It provides ... the market is set to change. Product coverage: Plastics in Primary Forms, Synthetic Rubber in Primary Forms. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), ...
December 2018
5 pages
Structural Metal Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Structural Metal Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Structural Metal Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Tanks, Reservoirs, Boilers and Radiators in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Tanks, Reservoirs, Boilers and Radiators market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... this report? Get a detailed picture of the Tanks, Reservoirs, Boilers and Radiators market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Corrugated Paper, Paperboard and Containers in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Corrugated Paper, Paperboard and Containers market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... this report? Get a detailed picture of the Corrugated Paper, Paperboard and Containers market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
December 2018
6 pages
Disposable Paper Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Disposable Paper Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Disposable Paper Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Luggage, Handbags and Saddlery in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Luggage, Handbags and Saddlery market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Luggage, Handbags and Saddlery market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Publishing of Books in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Publishing of Books market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Publishing of Books market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Publishing of Calendars, Forms, Cards and Other Items in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Publishing of Calendars, Forms, Cards and Other Items market at a national level. It provides the ... Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Publishing of Calendars, Forms, Cards and Other Items market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify ...
December 2018
5 pages
Publishing of Newspapers and Journals in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Publishing of Newspapers and Journals market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Publishing of Newspapers and Journals market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Publishing of Recorded Audio Media in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Publishing of Recorded Audio Media market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Publishing of Recorded Audio Media market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Pulp, Paper and Paperboard in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Pulp, Paper and Paperboard market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Pulp, Paper and Paperboard market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Tanning and Dressing of Leather in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Tanning and Dressing of Leather market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Tanning and Dressing of Leather market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
4 pages
Wood and Wood products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Wood and Wood Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Wood and Wood Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Beer and Malt Liquors in Germany
US$ 660.00
... comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Beer market at a national level. It provides the ... market is set to change. Product coverage: Malt, Malt Liquors. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts ... report? Get a detailed picture of the Beer market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors ...
December 2018
5 pages
Carpets and Rugs in Germany
US$ 660.00
... guide to the size and shape of the Carpets and Rugs market at a national level. It provides the ... to change. Product coverage: Knotted and Woven Carpets, Other Textile Floor Coverings. Data coverage: market ... ? Get a detailed picture of the Carpets and Rugs market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify ...
December 2018
5 pages
Cordage, Rope, Twine and Netting in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Cordage, Rope, Twine and Netting market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Cordage, Rope, Twine and Netting market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Finishing of Textiles in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Finishing of Textiles market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Finishing of Textiles market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Made-up Textile Articles in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Made-up Textile Articles market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Made-up Textile Articles market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Soft Drinks and Mineral Waters in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Soft Drinks market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... illustrate how the market is set to change. Product coverage: Other Soft Drinks, Water. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares ...
December 2018
5 pages
Spinning of Textile Fibres; Weaving of Textiles in Germany
US$ 660.00
... a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Spinning of Textile Fibres; Weaving of Textiles market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... this report? Get a detailed picture of the Spinning of Textile Fibres; Weaving of Textiles market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
December 2018
5 pages
Technical and other Textiles in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Technical and Other Textiles market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Technical and Other Textiles market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Tobacco Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Tobacco Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Tobacco Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Wines and Cider in Germany
US$ 660.00
... guide to the size and shape of the Wines and Cider market at a national level. It provides the ... set to change. Product coverage: Cider and Other Fruit Wines, Vermouth, Wines. Data coverage: market sizes (historic ... ? Get a detailed picture of the Wines and Cider market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify ...
December 2018
5 pages
Bakery Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... guide to the size and shape of the Bakery Products market at a national level. It provides the ... factors influencing the market - be they new product developments, packaging innovations, economic/lifestyle influences, ... ? Get a detailed picture of the Bakery Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify ...
December 2018
5 pages
Chocolate and Sugar Confectionery in Germany
US$ 660.00
... a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Chocolate and Sugar Confectionery market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... how the market is set to change. Product coverage: Chocolate Confectionery, Sugar Confectionery. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares ...
December 2018
5 pages
Coffee, Tea, Spices and Ready Meals in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Coffee, Tea, Spices and Ready Meals market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Coffee, Tea, Spices and Ready Meals market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
December 2018
5 pages
Grain Mill Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Grain Mill Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Grain Mill Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Pasta and Noodles in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Pasta and Noodles market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Pasta and Noodles market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Pet Food and Animal Feeds in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Pet Food and Animal Feeds market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... illustrate how the market is set to change. Product coverage: Farm Animal Feeds, Pet Food. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares ...
December 2018
5 pages
Spirits and Ethyl Alcohol in Germany
US$ 660.00
... comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Spirits market at a national level. It provides the ... to change. Product coverage: Distilled Spirits and Liqueurs, Ethyl Alcohol From Fermented Materials. Data coverage: market ... ? Get a detailed picture of the Spirits market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify ...
December 2018
5 pages
Starches and Starch Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Starches and Starch Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Starches and Starch Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Sugar in Germany
US$ 660.00
... comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Sugar market at a national level. It provides the ... to change. Product coverage: Maple Sugar and Molasses, Raw Sugar, Refined Sugar. Data coverage: market sizes ( ... report? Get a detailed picture of the Sugar market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors ...
December 2018
5 pages
Vegetable and Animal Oils and Fats in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Vegetable and Animal Oils and Fats market at a national level. It provides the latest ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Vegetable and Animal Oils and Fats market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors ...
December 2018
5 pages
Extraction of Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Extraction of Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas market at a national level. It provides the latest ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Extraction of Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify ...
December 2018
6 pages
Fish and Fish Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... guide to the size and shape of the Fish and Fish Products market at a national level. It provides ... influencing the market - be they new product developments, packaging innovations, economic/lifestyle influences, ... Get a detailed picture of the Fish and Fish Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify ...
December 2018
5 pages
Library, Museums and Cultural Services in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Library, Museums and Cultural Services market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Library, Museums and Cultural Services market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Meat and Meat Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Meat and Meat Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... illustrate how the market is set to change. Product coverage: Red and White Meat Products, Red Meat, White Meat. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and ...
December 2018
5 pages
Mining of Coal and Lignite in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Mining of Coal and Lignite market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... market is set to change. Product coverage: Extraction of Peat, Mining of Coal, Mining of Lignite. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares ...
December 2018
5 pages
News Agencies in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the News Agencies market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the News Agencies market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
4 pages
Quarrying of Stone, Sand and Clay in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Quarrying of Stone, Sand and Clay market at a national level. It provides the latest retail ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Quarrying of Stone, Sand and Clay market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors ...
December 2018
5 pages
Social Work Services in Germany
US$ 660.00
... report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Social Work Services market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Social Work Services market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
4 pages
Sporting and Recreational Services in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Sporting and Recreational Services market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Sporting and Recreational Services market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
5 pages
Vegetable, Potato and Fruit Products in Germany
US$ 660.00
... offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Vegetable, Potato and Fruit Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales ... buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Vegetable, Potato and Fruit Products market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
December 2018
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