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 $88 billion in 2011. With 17% of the global market Germany is the world leader ahead of the USA and Japan.
Electronics
Together with other German industries, the electronics sector seems to be recovering from the setbacks of 2010 to 2012. Companies employ 1.5 million people worldwide with 800,000 of these jobs being in Germany. It produced a turnover of USD 224 billion in 2011 from the production of 100,000 different products.
Production is split between the following sectors: automotive and industrial electronics (64.7%), data processing 25%, telecoms 8.0%, and consumer electronics 2.3%.
Germany dominates the sector in Europe, and it is the world’s second only behind Japan. Prospects for the industry look good, with Germany is seen as the most attractive country for investment in Europe by 35% of companies, with Poland a long way behind with 10%.
Chemicals
Germany has the largest chemical company in the world – BASF. Other large companies include, Hoechst, Bayer and Lanxess. In 2010, it provided 25% of all European sales of EUR 180 billion. It is the 4th largest chemical producer in the world. The industry employed 423,000 people in 2011, and it is upbeat in its predictions for 2014 expecting 2% much better than the last two years.
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Breko GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Breko GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Breko GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of ... two production facilities in Bremen, Germany. Breko is headquartered in Bremen, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Breko GmbH required for business and competitor ...
May 2023
17 pages
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
... Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG in the form of a SWOT analysis An in-depth view of the business model of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG including a breakdown and examination of key business segments Intelligence on Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG's mergers ... , Africa and Asia. It operates as a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, an international automobile manufacturer. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany.
May 2023
45 pages
Emsland Group - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Emsland Group - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Emsland Group - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of ... Middle East and Asia Pacific. Emsland is headquartered in Emlichheim, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Emsland Group required for business and competitor ...
May 2023
25 pages
ERGO Group AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
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ERGO Group AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY ERGO Group AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source ... presence in various countries across Asia and Europe. ERGO Group is headquartered in Dusseldorf, Germany. ERGO Group reported gross premiums written of EUR17,546 million ...
May 2023
43 pages
KION Group AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
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KION GROUP AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY KION GROUP AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of ... Africa (EMEA) and the Americas. KION is headquartered in Wiesbaden, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on KION GROUP AG required for business and competitor ...
May 2023
47 pages
Krones AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Krones AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Krones AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive ... Pacific, Middle East and Africa. Krones is headquartered in Neutraubling, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Krones AG required for business and competitor ...
May 2023
50 pages
Talanx AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Talanx AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report Summary Talanx AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive company data ... , Asia-Pacific and Australia. The company is headquartered in Hannover, Germany. The company reported gross written premium of EUR33,060 million ...
May 2023
73 pages
Norddeutsche Landesbank - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Norddeutsche Landesbank - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Norddeutsche Landesbank - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is ... . NORD/LB is headquartered in Hannover, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Norddeutsche Landesbank required for business and competitor intelligence needs ...
May 2023
49 pages
HUK-COBURG-Versicherungsgruppe - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
HUK-COBURG-Versicherungsgruppe - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY HUK-COBURG-Versicherungsgruppe - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source ... network of branches and also through online. HUK is headquartered in Coburg, Germany. The company reported gross premiums written of ...
May 2023
33 pages
M+W Group GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
M+W Group GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY M+W Group GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source ... Asia-Pacific regions. M+W Group is headquartered in Stuttgart, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on M+W Group GmbH required for business and ...
May 2023
38 pages
Putzmeister Holding GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
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Putzmeister Holding GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Putzmeister Holding GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, ... Italy and the US. Putzmeister is headquartered in Aichtal, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Putzmeister Holding GmbH required for business and ...
May 2023
27 pages
NRW.Bank - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
NRW.Bank - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY NRW.Bank - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive company data and information. The report covers the...
May 2023
36 pages
Vonovia SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Vonovia SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Vonovia SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive company data and information. The report covers...
May 2023
86 pages
HOCHTIEF AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
HOCHTIEF AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY HOCHTIEF AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive company data and information. The report cover...
May 2023
73 pages
Consumer Types in Germany
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Consumer Types can be a powerful tool to help companies better understand and appeal to their target markets. By going beyond typical demographic-based segmentation, such as age or gender, and groupin...
May 2023
49 pages
Architectural Coatings - Germany
US$ 1,440.00
... of the top global markets for Architectural coatings. Building on our successful Overview of the Global Architectural Coatings market and our innovative countryby-country ... , by country, consumption estimates in both volume and value for architectural coatings, with 2018 as the base year and forecasts to 2023. ...
May 2023
60 pages
Germany Air Purifier Market By Filter Type (HEPA + Activated Carbon; HEPA + Activated Carbon + Prefilter; HEPA + Prefilter; HEPA and Others (HEPA + Ion & Ozone, Prefilter, Electrostatic Precipitator), By End Use (Residential, Commercial/Industrial), By Distribution Channel (Direct/Institutional Sales, Exclusive Brand Outlets, Multi Branded, Electronic Stores, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets and Online Channels), By Region, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2028
US$ 4,400.00
Germany air purifier market is projected to register robust growth during the forecast period, 2024-2028, because of the rising awareness regarding air pollution (such as respiratory illnesses and the...
May 2023
74 pages
Germany Air Source Heat Pump Market By Process (Air to Air (Ducts, Ductless), Air to Water (Split, Integrated)), By End Use (Residential, Hotels & Resorts, Gym & Spas, Education, Food Service, and Others (Healthcare, Offices, etc.), By Sales Channel (Plumbers, Dealers & Contractors, Retail, Direct Sales, Online, and Others (Distributors, Builders, etc.), By Region, By Company, Forecast & Opportunities, 2018-2028F
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The Germany air source heat pump market is expected to be driven by increasing public awareness of the increased carbon footprint caused by fossil fuel combustion. The increased greenhouse gas emissio...
May 2023
75 pages
Deutsche Lufthansa AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Deutsche Lufthansa AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Deutsche Lufthansa AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source ... Middle East and Africa. Lufthansa is headquartered in Koln, Hessen, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Deutsche Lufthansa AG required for business and ...
April 2023
61 pages
Deutsche Borse AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Deutsche Borse AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Deutsche Borse AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source ... , and Asia-Pacific regions. Deutsche Borse is headquartered in Eschborn, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Deutsche Borse AG required for business and ...
April 2023
61 pages
BSH Hausgerate GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
BSH Hausgerate GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY BSH Hausgerate GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source ... and Asia, and is headquartered in Munich, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on BSH Hausgerate GmbH required for business and competitor intelligence needs A ...
April 2023
38 pages
PATRIZIA SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
... SUMMARY PATRIZIA Immobilien AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive company data ... . Stay up to date on PATRIZIA Immobilien AG's business structure, strategy and prospects. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Patrizia Immobilien AG (Patrizia) is a provider of property development, investment and management services in Germany. The company also ...
April 2023
58 pages
REWE Group - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
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REWE Group - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY REWE Group - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive ... its presence in Germany and other parts of Europe. REWE is headquartered in Cologne, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on REWE Group required for business ...
April 2023
54 pages
Commerzbank AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
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Commerzbank AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Commerzbank AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of ... Africa, the Americas and Asia. Commerzbank is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Commerzbank AG required for business and competitor ...
April 2023
78 pages
Deutsche Post AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Deutsche Post AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Deutsche Post AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source ... main global hubs. Deutsche Post is headquartered in Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Deutsche Post AG required for business ...
April 2023
60 pages
Gerresheimer AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Gerresheimer AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Gerresheimer AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of ... America and Asia. Gerresheimer is headquartered in Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Gerresheimer AG required for business ...
April 2023
50 pages
HeidelbergCement AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
HeidelbergCement AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY HeidelbergCement AG - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is ... of the company. KEY HIGHLIGHTS HeidelbergCement AG (HeidelbergCement) is a manufacturer of building materials, based in Germany. The company’s principal operations ...
April 2023
55 pages
Sixt SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Sixt SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Sixt SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive ... Denmark and Egypt, among others. Sixt is headquartered in Pullach, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Sixt SE required for business and competitor intelligence ...
April 2023
56 pages
Douglas GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Douglas GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Douglas GmbH - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of ... and Eastern European countries. Douglas is headquartered in Hagen, Germany. SCOPE Detailed information on Douglas GmbH required for business and competitor ...
April 2023
33 pages
Allianz SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report
US$ 175.00
Allianz SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report SUMMARY Allianz SE - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of ... takes its products and services to global locations. Allianz is headquartered in Munich, Germany. Allianz reported gross premiums written of EUR77,824 million ...
April 2023
70 pages
