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 $88 billion in 2011. With 17% of the global market Germany is the world leader ahead of the USA and Japan.
Electronics
Together with other German industries, the electronics sector seems to be recovering from the setbacks of 2010 to 2012. Companies employ 1.5 million people worldwide with 800,000 of these jobs being in Germany. It produced a turnover of USD 224 billion in 2011 from the production of 100,000 different products.
Production is split between the following sectors: automotive and industrial electronics (64.7%), data processing 25%, telecoms 8.0%, and consumer electronics 2.3%.
Germany dominates the sector in Europe, and it is the world’s second only behind Japan. Prospects for the industry look good, with Germany is seen as the most attractive country for investment in Europe by 35% of companies, with Poland a long way behind with 10%.
Chemicals
Germany has the largest chemical company in the world – BASF. Other large companies include, Hoechst, Bayer and Lanxess. In 2010, it provided 25% of all European sales of EUR 180 billion. It is the 4th largest chemical producer in the world. The industry employed 423,000 people in 2011, and it is upbeat in its predictions for 2014 expecting 2% much better than the last two years.
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Betriebsstätte der Karstadt Premium GmbH in Luxury Goods (Germany)
US$ 150.00
KaDeWe Berlin – Betriebsstätte der Karstadt Premium GmbH—an abbreviation for Kaufhaus des Westens, which translates into English as Department Store of ... Timepieces, Luxury Travel Goods, Luxury Writing Instruments and Stationery, Super Premium Beauty and Personal Care. Data coverage: market sizes (historic ...
May 2014
2 pages
Faber-Castell AG in Luxury Goods (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Faber-Castell AG as manufacturer of a wide range of different products in writing instruments and stationery, including products at the luxury end of the price range, ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Luxury Goods market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
May 2014
2 pages
Lange Uhren GmbH in Luxury Goods (Germany)
US$ 150.00
During 2013, Lange Uhren GmbH remained one of the leading players in luxury timepieces in Germany as well as at global level. The company offers timepieces ... and distribution data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Luxury Goods market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
May 2014
2 pages
Germany Glass Industry Outlook 2018 - Growing Demand for Flat Glass to Foster Growth
US$ 800.00
The report titled “Germany Glass Industry Outlook 2018 - Growing Demand for Flat Glass to Foster Growth” provides a detailed analysis of the ... in terms of production and revenue generation of the country. The German glass industry performed well in sectors such as optics, pharmaceutical packaging, medical ...
April 2014
76 pages
Germany CRAMS Market Outlook to 2018 - Rising Healthcare Costs to Drive Future Growth
US$ 800.00
The industry research publication titled ‘Germany CRAMS Market Outlook to 2018 – Rising Healthcare Costs to Drive Future Growth’ presents a comprehensive analysis ... diseases which represented growth of 15.3% during 2007-2018. The Germany CRAMS market is highly fragmented with some of the key players including ...
March 2014
37 pages
Storck KG, August in Packaged Food (Germany)
US$ 150.00
After a difficult year in 2011 when Storck lost considerable market shares in confectionery in Germany, the company is growing again in 2012 and 2013 due ... distribution data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Packaged Food market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
February 2014
3 pages
Alfred Ritter GmbH & Co KG in Packaged Food (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Alfred Ritter GmbH & Co KG aims to grow once again in the competitive German chocolate confectionery market. Thereby, the company’s core strategy continues to focus on product innovations, high product quality and large scale marketing activities. Furthermore, Alfred Ritter will continue to invest in organic ...
February 2014
3 pages
Gas Turbine Market in Germany to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
US$ 668.00
... until 2018 which makes the report an invaluable resource for industry executives, marketing, sales and product managers, analysts, and other experts looking for ... questions: What is the current size of the gas turbine market in Germany? How is the gas turbine market divided into different product segments? ...
February 2014
19 pages
Data Centre Pricing in Germany 2014 to 2019
US$ 2,495.00
... from TCL (Tariff Consultancy Ltd) – Data Centre Pricing Germany – 2014 to 2019 – analyses the growing market for Data Centres in Germany, the 2nd largest ... of Data Centre space in the country. Average German standard retail rack space pricing is forecast to increase from Euro 762 per month (as of the end of ...
January 2014
Habermaass GmbH in Toys and Games (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Habermaass GmbH is a German medium-sized producer of innovative creative toys and games, as well as unique products and accessories for the home, ... through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Traditional Toys and Games, Video Games. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and ...
January 2014
3 pages
Margarete Steiff GmbH in Toys and Games (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Margarete Steiff GmbH is a traditional German family-run manufacturer and designer of plush toys. The Steiff brand is well-known and popular ... positioning through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Traditional Toys and Games, Video Games. Data coverage: market sizes (historic ...
January 2014
3 pages
Ravensburger AG in Toys and Games (Germany)
US$ 150.00
... promote learning and brain usage. Ravensburger intends to expand further in the field of scientific/educational toys owing to the success of its Tiptoi ... through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Traditional Toys and Games, Video Games. Data coverage: market sizes (historic ...
January 2014
3 pages
Simba-Dickie Group GmbH & Co KG in Toys and Games (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Simba-Dickie remained one of the key players in traditional toys and games in Germany in 2012, ranking fourth. The main strategic direction of the group is sustainable growth and ongoing expansion of its production facilities and brand portfolio. For example, Simba-Dickie acquired four new ...
January 2014
3 pages
Medion AG in Consumer Electronics (Germany)
US$ 150.00
... to focus on products with a very attractive price-performance ratio, in order to provide consumers with good quality products at a rather low price. The increasing ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Consumer Electronics market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
January 2014
3 pages
Rewe Unterhaltungselektronik GmbH in Consumer Electronics (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Rewe Unterhaltungselektronik GmbH will continue to differentiate its electronics store brand Promarkt from other brands in the market by increasing the focus on the ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Consumer Electronics market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
January 2014
3 pages
2014 Strategies for the German Diagnostics Market
US$ 3,880.00
This new report from Venture Planning Group provides an overview of the German 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 ...
January 2014
61 pages
2014 Strategies for the German Hospital Infectious Disease Testing Market
US$ 3,560.00
... current and emerging suppliers, including their sales, market shares, product portfolios, marketing tactics, technological know-how, new products in R&D, collaborative arrangements and business strategies. Business opportunities and strategic recommendations for suppliers. Contains 897 pages and 74 tables
January 2014
897 pages
2014 Strategies for the German HIV/AIDS Diagnostics Testing Market
US$ 1,840.00
... . Profiles leading manufacturers and potential market entrants developing innovative technologies and products. Analyzes alternative market penetration strategies for suppliers. Methodology The report is based on a combination of primary and secondary information sources, including Venture Planning ...
January 2014
250 pages
2014 Strategies for the German Hemostasis Diagnostic Testing Market
US$ 4,880.00
... and business expansion opportunities with significant market appeal. 'Ideal' product models with tentative prices and operating characteristics. Alternative market penetration strategies for instrument and reagent suppliers. Potential market entry barriers and risks. Contains 406 pages and 38 tables
January 2014
406 pages
2014 Strategies for the German Microbiology Testing Market
US$ 5,360.00
... . DataPack (test volumes, sales forecasts, supplier shares) $4,300. '2014 Strategies for the German Microbiology Testing Market' is a new strategic analysis of major ... market during the next five years. The report examines key German market trends; reviews current and emerging assays; analyzes potential ...
January 2014
983 pages
German Hospital Coagulation Testing Market 2014
US$ 3,120.00
... contains 394 pages, 28 tables, and presents a comprehensive analysis of the German hospital coagulation testing market, including: Major issues pertaining to the ... economic, regulatory, demographic, social and technological trends with significant market impact during the next five years. Volume and sales ...
January 2014
394 pages
German Hospital Tumor Marker Testing Market 2014
US$ 3,080.00
... 530 pages, 40 tables, and presents a comprehensive analysis of the German hospital tumor marker testing market, including: Major issues pertaining to the ... , oral, skin and others. Test volume and sales forecasts for 40 tumor markers performed in German hospitals. Current instrumentation technologies and ...
January 2014
530 pages
Enteric Diseases in Germany 2014: Market Outlook and Emerging Opportunities
US$ 1,760.00
About This Report This new 322-page report from Venture Planning Group presents detailed analysis of the German Enteric Diseases market, including sales forecasts and supplier shares for Campylobacter, Cryptosporidium, E. Coli, Enterovirus, Rhinovirus, Rotavirus, Salmonella, Shigella, Vibrio and Yersinia. ...
January 2014
322 pages
Respiratory Diseases in Germany 2014: Market Outlook and Emerging Opportunities
US$ 1,560.00
About This Report This new 283-page report from Venture Planning Group presents detailed analysis of the German Respiratory Diseases market, including sales forecasts and supplier shares for Adenovirus, Influenza, Legionella, Mononucleosis, Mycoplasma, Pneumonia, RSV and Tuberculosis. The report provides ...
January 2014
283 pages
German Hospital Infectious Disease Testing Market 2014
US$ 3,560.00
This new report from Venture Planning Group contains 897 pages, 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 ...
January 2014
897 pages
German Hospital Hematology and Flow Cytometry Market 2014
US$ 3,080.00
... 233 pages, 15 tables, and presents a comprehensive analysis of the German hospital hematology and flow cytometry markets, including: Major issues pertaining to the ... volume and sales forecasts for major hematology and flow cytometry tests performed in German hospitals. Annual placements and installed base ...
January 2014
233 pages
German Diagnostic Testing Market 2014: Segment Forecasts and Supplier Shares
US$ 3,880.00
... from Venture Planning Group provides an overview of the German diagnostic testing market, including sales and market shares of leading reagent and instrument ... volume and sales forecasts for the following market segments: Blood Banking Cancer Chemistry Coagulation Drugs of Abuse Endocrine Hematology and ...
January 2014
61 pages
Pelikan Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH & Co KG in Personal Accessories (Germany)
US$ 150.00
Pelikan has been strengthening its premium image of its brand through upmarket products and offering the retailers a complete product assortment. It believes that these strategies will differentiate its products from those of its competitors and proffer strong unique selling points to create a competitive ...
January 2014
3 pages
All retailers in Germany
US$ 2,000.00
The database contains ranking, profiles and all key information about all retailers divided over 15 different sectors in Germany. The data includes data on turnover, number of outlets, number of employees, address information and information about the management.
January 2014
500 pages
German Hemostasis Diagnostics Market 2014: Emerging Opportunities, Supplier Shares, Country Forecasts, Innovative Technologies, and Competitive Landscape
US$ 4,880.00
... forecasts, supplier shares) $1,950. Report Highlights Comprehensive 406-page analysis of the German hemostasis market, including: Major issues pertaining to the ... economic, regulatory, demographic, social and technological trends with significant market impact during the next ten years. Ten-year volume ...
January 2014
406 pages
German Hematology and Flow Cytometry Markets 2014: Sales Forecasts, Supplier Shares, Competitive Strategies
US$ 4,960.00
... The report explores business and technological trends in the German hematology and flow cytometry markets; provides market share estimates, test volume ... , Manual), Platelets (Automated, Manual), Bone Marrow Analysis, RBC, Eosinophils. Flow Cytometry Tests Cell Surface Markers (CD4/CD8/T&B Lymphocytes, CD34 ...
January 2014
250 pages
German Blood Typing, Grouping and Infectious Disease Screening Market 2014: Sales Forecasts, Supplier Shares, Competitive Strategies
US$ 4,880.00
... $6,100. DataPack (test volumes, sales forecasts, supplier shares) $3,950. “German Blood Typing, Grouping and Infectious Disease Screening Market 2014: Sales ... . The report explores future marketing and technological trends in the Germany; provides estimates of the test volume, instrument placements and sales; ...
January 2014
426 pages
German Hospital Cancer Diagnostics Market 2014
US$ 3,080.00
This new report from Venture Planning Group contains 533 pages, 40 tables, and presents a comprehensive analysis of the German hospital cancer diagnostics market, including: Major issues pertaining to the German hospital laboratory practice, as well as key economic, ...
January 2014
533 pages
German Blood Banking Market 2014: Innovations, Trends and Opportunities for Suppliers
US$ 4,880.00
... (test volumes, sales forecasts, supplier shares) $3,950. “German Blood Banking Market 2014: Innovations, Trends and Opportunities for Suppliers” is a new ... entry barriers and risks. The report explores future marketing and technological trends in the Germany; provides estimates of the test volume, instrument ...
January 2014
426 pages
Carpet and Rug Market in Germany to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
US$ 675.00
... until 2018 which makes the report an invaluable resource for industry executives, marketing, sales and product managers, analysts, and other people looking for ... study helps identify: What is the size of the carpet and rug market in Germany? How is the market divided into different product segments? Which ...
January 2014
21 pages
Tufted Carpet and Rug Market in Germany to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
US$ 675.00
... until 2018 which makes the report an invaluable resource for industry executives, marketing, sales and product managers, analysts, and other people looking for key ... helps identify: What is the size of the tufted carpet and rug market in Germany? How is the market divided into different product segments? ...
January 2014
21 pages
