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 $88 billion in 2011. With 17% of the global market Germany is the world leader ahead of the USA and Japan.
Electronics
Together with other German industries, the electronics sector seems to be recovering from the setbacks of 2010 to 2012. Companies employ 1.5 million people worldwide with 800,000 of these jobs being in Germany. It produced a turnover of USD 224 billion in 2011 from the production of 100,000 different products.
Production is split between the following sectors: automotive and industrial electronics (64.7%), data processing 25%, telecoms 8.0%, and consumer electronics 2.3%.
Germany dominates the sector in Europe, and it is the world’s second only behind Japan. Prospects for the industry look good, with Germany is seen as the most attractive country for investment in Europe by 35% of companies, with Poland a long way behind with 10%.
Chemicals
Germany has the largest chemical company in the world – BASF. Other large companies include, Hoechst, Bayer and Lanxess. In 2010, it provided 25% of all European sales of EUR 180 billion. It is the 4th largest chemical producer in the world. The industry employed 423,000 people in 2011, and it is upbeat in its predictions for 2014 expecting 2% much better than the last two years.
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Philip Morris GmbH in Tobacco (Germany)
US$ 150.00
... includes the most popular cigarette brand in the country, Marlboro, Philip Morris is well positioned in the German market. It is expected that the ... profiles. Product coverage: Cigarettes, Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco, Smokeless Tobacco and Vapour Products. Data coverage: market sizes (historic ...
July 2017
2 pages
Reemtsma Cigarettenfabriken GmbH in Tobacco (Germany)
US$ 150.00
With its broad product portfolio in tobacco, Reemtsma follows a conservative strategy. The company is being cautious with regard to ... profiles. Product coverage: Cigarettes, Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco, Smokeless Tobacco and Vapour Products. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and ...
July 2017
2 pages
Germany Hospital Coagulation Testing Market 2021
US$ 3,900.00
... , and presents a comprehensive analysis of the German hospital coagulation testing market, including: Major issues pertaining to the German coagulation laboratory practice, as well as key economic, regulatory ... significant market impact during the next five years. Volume and sales forecasts for 40 coagulation procedures performed in German hospitals, including typical coagulation daily ...
July 2017
394 pages
GERMANY TACKIFIERS MARKET FORECAST 2017-2024
US$ 700.00
... KEY FINDINGS The tackifiers Germany market is estimated to expand $228.7 million by 2024. The CAGR during the estimated period of 2017 to 2024 is 2.8%. The ... that are driving the growth of the tackifiers market in the region of Germany. MARKET INSIGHTS The Germany tackifiers market is segmented on the basis of ...
July 2017
51 pages
GERMANY VIDEO GAMES MARKET FORECAST 2017-2025
US$ 700.00
KEY FINDINGS The Germany video games market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 0.5% during the forecast period of 2017-2025. The market value is expected to increase from $3905.7 million in 2016 ...
July 2017
75 pages
Landesbank Berlin Holding AG (BEB2): Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 125.00
... company and its operations. The profile contains a company overview, key facts, major products and services, SWOT analysis, business description, company history, financial analysis, mergers & acquisitions, recent developments, key employees as well as employee biographies ...
June 2017
15 pages
Commerzbank Private Banking: Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 125.00
... company and its operations. The profile contains a company overview, key facts, major products and services, SWOT analysis, business description, company history, financial analysis, mergers & acquisitions, recent developments, key employees, company locations and subsidiaries as well as employee biographies ...
June 2017
13 pages
Vossloh AG (VOS): Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 125.00
... company and its operations. The profile contains a company overview, key facts, major products and services, SWOT analysis, business description, company history, financial analysis, recent developments, key employees, company locations and subsidiaries as well as employee biographies ...
June 2017
42 pages
J.W. Ostendorf GmbH & Co. KG: Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 125.00
... company and its operations. The profile contains a company overview, key facts, major products and services, SWOT analysis, business description, company history, financial analysis, mergers & acquisitions, recent developments, key employees as well as company locations ...
June 2017
15 pages
Saint-Gobain Weber GmbH: Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 125.00
... company and its operations. The profile contains a company overview, key facts, major products and services, SWOT analysis, business description, company history, financial analysis, recent developments, key employees, company locations and subsidiaries as well as employee biographies ...
June 2017
16 pages
Berenberg Wealth Management: Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
US$ 125.00
... company and its operations. The profile contains a company overview, key facts, major products and services, SWOT analysis, business description, company history, financial analysis, recent developments, key employees as well as company locations ...
June 2017
16 pages
Rimowa GmbH in Personal Accessories (Germany)
US$ 150.00
... Louis Vuitton SE acquired 80% of Rimowa GmbH for approximately EUR640 million, and was LVMH’s first investment in a German company. Rimowa products are widely ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Personal Accessories market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
June 2017
2 pages
Faber-Castell AG in Personal Accessories (Germany)
US$ 150.00
... regard to the strategic direction, Faber-Castell intends to focus on its brand essentials. By relying on its vast experience, Faber-Castell aims to build on its ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Personal Accessories market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
June 2017
3 pages
Douglas Holding AG in Personal Accessories (Germany)
US$ 150.00
... strategy for the Christ brand, Douglas Holding plans to grow by focusing on its positioning as a provider of affordable luxury goods in Germany. The opening of more conveniently ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Personal Accessories market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors ...
June 2017
3 pages
Softship AG (SFO) - Financial and Strategic SWOT Analysis Review
US$ 125.00
... business strategy. SWOT Analysis – A detailed analysis of the company’s strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats. Company history – Progression of key events associated with the company. Major products and services – A list of major products, services and brands of the company. Key competitors ...
June 2017
27 pages
Fielmann AG in Eyewear (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Fielmann AG is the leading company in eyewear and the largest optical goods store chain in Germany. The company intends to continue its current strategy of continuous ... of volume and value through expanding its business within Germany and Europe-wide. Fielmann focuses especially on strong customer service, a broad range ...
June 2017
3 pages
Rodenstock GmbH in Eyewear (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Rodenstock GmbH is a leading manufacturer of spectacles and spectacle lenses in Germany. The company looks to continue its success by focusing on its core ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Eyewear market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
June 2017
2 pages
Radeberger Gruppe KG in Alcoholic Drinks (Germany)
US$ 150.00
... the current leader in beer in Germany, Radeberger Gruppe will continue to work on maintaining and securing its leading position by ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Alcoholic Drinks market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
June 2017
2 pages
Rotkäppchen-Mumm Sektkellereien GmbH in Alcoholic Drinks (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Rotkäppchen-Mumm Sektkellereien will continue to focus on strengthening and ... the company is the leading player in sparkling wine in Germany. Euromonitor International Local Company Profiles are a concise ... buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Alcoholic Drinks market; Pinpoint growth sectors and ...
June 2017
2 pages
Pernod Ricard Deutschland GmbH in Alcoholic Drinks (Germany)
US$ 150.00
The leading spirits player in Germany, Pernod Ricard will continue to focus on premiumisation, innovation and extension of its broad ... value. Given German consumers’ comparative affluence, Germany is one of the most important markets for Pernod Ricard, and the company will continue to invest ...
June 2017
2 pages
German Hospital Infectious Disease Testing Market 2021: Supplier Shares and Strategies, Test Volume and Sales Forecasts, Emerging Technologies, Instrumentation and Opportunities
US$ 4,005.00
... , 74 tables, and presents a comprehensive analysis of the German hospital infectious disease testing market, including: Major issues pertaining to the German hospital laboratory practice, as well as key economic, regulatory ... on definition, epidemiology, and etiology of major infectious diseases and microorganisms. Volume and sales forecasts for 80 infectious disease tests performed in German hospital laboratories. Instrumentation technologies and feature ...
June 2017
897 pages
German Hospital Tumor Marker Testing Market 2021: Supplier Shares and Strategies, Test Volume and Sales Forecasts, Emerging Technologies, Instrumentation and Opportunities
US$ 3,465.00
... , 40 tables, and presents a comprehensive analysis of the German hospital tumor marker testing market, including: Major issues pertaining to the German hospital laboratory practice, as well as key economic, regulatory ... , ovarian, testicular, oral, skin and others. Test volume and sales forecasts for 40 tumor markers performed in German hospitals. Current instrumentation technologies and feature comparison ...
June 2017
530 pages
Covestro AG (1COV) - Strategic SWOT Analysis Review
US$ 125.00
... business strategy. SWOT analysis – A detailed analysis of the company’s strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats. Company history – Progression of key events associated with the company. Major products and services – A list of major products, services and brands of the company. Key ...
June 2017
37 pages
Germany Hospital Tumor Marker Testing Market 2021: Supplier Shares, Competitive Landscape, Innovative Technologies, Instrumentation Review
US$ 3,465.00
... , and presents a comprehensive analysis of the German hospital tumor marker testing market, including: Major issues pertaining to the German hospital laboratory practice, as well as key economic ... , testicular, oral, skin and others. Test volume and sales forecasts for 40 tumor markers performed in German hospitals. Current instrumentation technologies and feature comparison ...
June 2017
530 pages
Germany Hepatitis A, B, C, D, E Diagnostics Market 2021: US, Europe, Japan--Supplier Shares and Strategies, Volume and Sales Segment Forecasts for Immunodiagnostic and NAT Tests, Technology and Instrumentation Review
US$ 3,510.00
... . The report presents a detailed analysis of the Hepatitis diagnostics market in Germany. Current scientific views on the Hepatitis definition, epidemiology and etiology are reviewed ... presents sales and market share estimates for major suppliers of Hepatitis tests. Also, the report examines the market applications of DNA ...
June 2017
241 pages
Germany Diagnostics Market 2021: Supplier Sales and Shares by Test, Competitive Strategies, Test Volume and Sales Segment Forecasts--Blood Banking, Cancer, Coagulation, Clinical Chemistry, Flow Cytometry, Hematology, Immunodiagnostics, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Molecular Diagnostics
US$ 4,365.00
... diagnostic testing market, including sales and market shares of leading reagent and instrument suppliers, as well as test volume and sales forecasts for the following market segments: Blood Banking Cancer Chemistry Coagulation Drugs of Abuse Endocrine Hematology and Flow Cytometry Immunoprotein Infectious Diseases Molecular Diagnostics ...
June 2017
61 pages
Glycosylated Hemoglobin Test Volume and Sales Forecasts to 2021: US, Europe, Japan--Hospitals, Commercial Labs, POC Locations
US$ 675.00
... of Glycosylated Hemoglobin testing, including clinical significance, current and emerging diagnostic procedures, as well as test volume and sales forecasts by country and market segment. Geographic Coverage France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, UK, USA Market Segmentation Centralized Testing ...
June 2017
HCG Test Volume and Sales Forecasts to 2021: US, Europe, Japan--Hospitals, Commercial Labs, POC Locations
US$ 675.00
... of HCG testing, including clinical significance, current and emerging diagnostic procedures, as well as test volume and sales forecasts by country and market segment. Geographic Coverage France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, UK, USA Market Segmentation Centralized Testing Hospitals ...
June 2017
Heparin Testing Market 2021: Country Forecasts, Innovative Technologies, Competitive Strategies--USA, EU5, Japan
US$ 3,915.00
... of the Heparin testing closer to the patient, creating additional opportunities and challenges for suppliers. This report presents a detailed analysis of the Heparin testing market in the US, Europe (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK) and Japan, including clinical significance and current laboratory practice, as well as 5-year test volume forecasts by country ...
June 2017
200 pages
