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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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Spiele Max AG in Toys and Games (Germany)
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Spiele Max remains true to its philosophy, offering a large selection at low prices. It ... through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Traditional Toys and Games, Video Games. Data coverage: market sizes (historic ...
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Allianz SE (ALV): Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
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... 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, employee biographies as well as competitive benchmarking ...
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FIXIT TM Holding GmbH: Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
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... key information and issues about 'FIXIT TM Holding GmbH' for business intelligence requirements. Studies and presents the company's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities (growth potential) and threats (competition). Strategic and operational business ...
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Hansgrohe SE: Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
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... 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 ...
May 2017
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L'Oréal Deutschland GmbH in Beauty and Personal Care (Germany)
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... Deutschland follows a strategy for growth which is closely aligned with the ... Shower, Colour Cosmetics, Deodorants, Depilatories, Fragrances, Hair Care, Mass Beauty and Personal Care, Men's Grooming, Oral Care, Oral Care ...
May 2017
3 pages
Weleda AG in Beauty and Personal Care (Germany)
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Weleda is one of the leading providers of natural cosmetics in Germany. Its main focus is on achieving growth and future success through ... Shower, Colour Cosmetics, Deodorants, Depilatories, Fragrances, Hair Care, Mass Beauty and Personal Care, Men's Grooming, Oral Care, Oral Care ...
May 2017
3 pages
Cosnova GmbH in Beauty and Personal Care (Germany)
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... Essence brands and the new launched L.O.V, Cosnova markets some of the most popular products in Germany and Europe. In order to maintain its position ... Shower, Colour Cosmetics, Deodorants, Depilatories, Fragrances, Hair Care, Mass Beauty and Personal Care, Men's Grooming, Oral Care, Oral Care ...
May 2017
2 pages
Douglas GmbH, Parfümerie in Beauty and Personal Care (Germany)
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Parfümerie Douglas has several major key strategies for success. The first is ... Shower, Colour Cosmetics, Deodorants, Depilatories, Fragrances, Hair Care, Mass Beauty and Personal Care, Men's Grooming, Oral Care, Oral Care ...
May 2017
4 pages
Karlie Flamingo GmbH in Pet Care (Germany)
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Karlie Flamingo, one of the leading manufacturers of pet products and select pet food in Germany, is set to try and maintain a high level of independence in order to maintain ... through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Pet Food, Pet Products. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company ...
May 2017
2 pages
Animonda Petcare GmbH in Pet Care (Germany)
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Animonda Petcare positions itself as an innovative expert in the production and distribution of high quality pet food, cat and dog food in particular. Its strategies ... through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Pet Food, Pet Products. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company ...
May 2017
2 pages
Fressnapf Holding SE in Pet Care (Germany)
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... part of its CHALLENGE 2020 growth strategy, Fressnapf continues to invest in further nationwide and international expansion. In addition, further ... through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Pet Food, Pet Products. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company ...
May 2017
5 pages
2017-2022 Germany Silicon Fertilizer Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Silicon Fertilizer market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
110 pages
2017-2022 Germany OTR Tires Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The OTR Tires market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
112 pages
2017-2022 Germany Inkjet Paper Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Inkjet Paper market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
119 pages
2017-2022 Germany High-Pressure Pump Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The High-Pressure Pump market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market ... as High Pressure Plunger Pumps High Pressure Piston Pumps Split by applications/end use industries, covers many application. This report focuses on sales, market share and growth rate of High-Pressure Pump ...
May 2017
113 pages
2017-2022 Germany Steam Traps Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Steam Traps market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
115 pages
2017-2022 Germany Inulin Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Inulin market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
119 pages
2017-2022 Germany EPS “Coolers” Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The EPS “Coolers” market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
113 pages
2017-2022 Germany Moissanite Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Moissanite market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
111 pages
2017-2022 Germany Pacifier Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Pacifier market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
116 pages
2017-2022 Germany Rubber Additives Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Rubber Additives market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
112 pages
2017-2022 Germany Smart Ring Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Smart Ring market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
119 pages
2017-2022 Germany Softgel Capsules Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Softgel Capsules market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
111 pages
2017-2022 Germany Steel Wire Rope Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... Steel Wire Rope market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany ... . This report focuses on sales, market share and growth rate of Steel Wire Rope in each application.suach as Fishing & Marine Mining Structures Industrial & Crane ...
May 2017
110 pages
2017-2022 Germany UV Lasers Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... UV Lasers market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
115 pages
Gardena Deutschland GmbH in Home and Garden (Germany)
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... of gardening products in Germany, with its offer including gardening hand and power tools, watering systems and lawn mowers, Gardena places a ... this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Gardening, Home Furnishings, Home Improvement, Homewares. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and ...
May 2017
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OBI GmbH & Co Deutschland KG in Home and Garden (Germany)
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... the leading DIY retailer in Germany, OBI presents itself as a top innovator with regard to store formats, product ... customers with continuously increasing levels of convenience, accessibility and service, OBI plans to extend its current store network nationally and internationally ...
May 2017
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Villeroy & Boch AG in Home and Garden (Germany)
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... Germany, Villeroy & Boch is mostly known as an upscale brand which sells high-quality tableware. ... which the brand is able to distinguish itself from the competition. Villeroy & Boch also manufactures premium bathroom furniture, on which the company is putting ...
May 2017
2 pages
Autobahn Tank & Rast GmbH & Co KG in Consumer Foodservice (Germany)
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Autobahn Tank & Rast is expected to continue to focus on defending its share of the consumer foodservice industry in Germany, especially against the increasingly popular so-called “Autohöfe” (which are accessed by exiting the motorway). Autobahn Tank & Rast will continue to update ...
May 2017
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McDonald's Deutschland Inc in Consumer Foodservice (Germany)
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McDonald’s Deutschland will continue to work to improve its performance following several weak ... through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Consumer Foodservice by Location, Consumer Foodservice by Type. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and ...
May 2017
2 pages
Vapiano SE in Consumer Foodservice (Germany)
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Vapiano is expected to focus on all strategic measures which are able to support the company’s further development in Germany, both in terms ... this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Consumer Foodservice by Location, Consumer Foodservice by Type. Data coverage: market sizes (historic ...
May 2017
2 pages
Hans im Glück Franchise GmbH in Consumer Foodservice (Germany)
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Hans im Glück Franchise is seeking to continue to achieve organic growth on the one hand, while ... among both potential franchise partners as well as consumers. That upscale burgers was one of the major trends in consumer foodservice in Germany at the end ...
May 2017
2 pages
2017-2022 Germany Automotive Seat Heater Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... Automotive Seat Heater market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany ... fiber heater Split by applications/end use industries, covers many application. This report focuses on sales, market share and growth rate of Automotive Seat Heater ...
May 2017
119 pages
2017-2022 Germany Automotive Transmission Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Automotive Transmission market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
117 pages
2017-2022 Germany Bus Rapid Transport Systems (BRT) Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... in 48 hours after order is placed. The Bus Rapid Transport Systems (BRT) market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with ... . This report focuses on sales, market share and growth rate of Bus Rapid Transport Systems (BRT) in each application.suach as Application 2 Application 3
May 2017
117 pages
2017-2022 Germany High Temperature Superconductor Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... High Temperature Superconductor market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany ... . This report focuses on sales, market share and growth rate of High Temperature Superconductor in each application.suach as Fault Current Limiter Transformer Others
May 2017
111 pages
2017-2022 Germany Headphone Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Headphone market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
115 pages
2017-2022 Germany Arsenic Removal Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... . The Arsenic Removal market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany market, the top players include many company. With key sales data like sales (volume), revenue, market share for ...
May 2017
117 pages
2017-2022 Germany Hearing Diagnostic Devices Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... Hearing Diagnostic Devices market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany ... . This report focuses on sales, market share and growth rate of Hearing Diagnostic Devices in each application.suach as Household Special Organization
May 2017
110 pages
2017-2022 Germany Hyaluronic Acid-based Biomaterials Market Report (Status and Outlook)
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... Hyaluronic Acid-based Biomaterials market size will be XX million (USD) in 2022 in Germany, from the XX million (USD) in 2016, with a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) XX% from 2016 to 2022. In Germany ... . This report focuses on sales, market share and growth rate of Hyaluronic Acid-based Biomaterials in each application.suach as Meta aramid(MPIA)
May 2017
114 pages
