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 $88 billion in 2011. With 17% of the global market Germany is the world leader ahead of the USA and Japan.
Electronics
Together with other German industries, the electronics sector seems to be recovering from the setbacks of 2010 to 2012. Companies employ 1.5 million people worldwide with 800,000 of these jobs being in Germany. It produced a turnover of USD 224 billion in 2011 from the production of 100,000 different products.
Production is split between the following sectors: automotive and industrial electronics (64.7%), data processing 25%, telecoms 8.0%, and consumer electronics 2.3%.
Germany dominates the sector in Europe, and it is the world’s second only behind Japan. Prospects for the industry look good, with Germany is seen as the most attractive country for investment in Europe by 35% of companies, with Poland a long way behind with 10%.
Chemicals
Germany has the largest chemical company in the world – BASF. Other large companies include, Hoechst, Bayer and Lanxess. In 2010, it provided 25% of all European sales of EUR 180 billion. It is the 4th largest chemical producer in the world. The industry employed 423,000 people in 2011, and it is upbeat in its predictions for 2014 expecting 2% much better than the last two years.
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Analysis of REpower Systems
US$ 250.00
REpower Systems is a Germany based integrated wind systems company which addresses the complete chain of ... servicing challenges onshore or offshore. Aruvian Research presents Analysis of REpower Systems. A complete and comprehensive analysis of REpower Systems, includes an overview of the industry the company ...
December 2012
60 pages
German Cookware Market
US$ 1,000.00
The German market is mature, however it continues to grow throughout the forecast period. Some parts of the market are growing faster than others. ... due to innovation and consumer preferences. For the purposes of this research cookware is defined as utensils used on the top of stove for cooking purposes. ...
October 2012
Televisions and Projectors in Germany
US$ 990.00
... not expected to have any impact before 2013. Euromonitor International's Televisions and Projectors in Germany report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ... market is set to change. Product coverage: Converters, Decoders and Receivers, Projectors, Televisions, TV Combis. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company ...
October 2012
31 pages
Video Players in Germany
US$ 990.00
... of video players were almost entirely dominated by BD players in 2011. After Blu-ray won the battle against HD DVDs in 2008, demand for DVD players declined ... of BD players was supported by a 19% unit price decline, but also the switch from analogue to digital TV broadcasting, which necessitates HD-compatible players. Euromonitor International's Video Players in Germany ...
October 2012
25 pages
Germany Baby Food and Formula Market Forecast to 2016
US$ 350.00
The report titled “Germany Baby Food and Formula Market Forecast to 2016” present a comprehensive analysis on the Germany baby food and formula market which is sub-segmented into prepared baby food, d...
August 2012
30 pages
Analyzing the Hair Care Market in Germany
US$ 300.00
... of the hair care market in Germany. The report begins with an analysis of the basics of hair care and then moves on to analyze the hair care industry in Germany. The report analyzes the market segmentation, market share ...
August 2012
60 pages
Medicated Skin Care in Germany
US$ 990.00
Medicated skin care enjoyed the seventh successive year of positive value growth in Germany (in current terms) and saw sales grow by almost 2% to €445 million in ... advice), while for others there are time... Euromonitor International's Medicated Skin Care in Germany report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ...
July 2012
43 pages
OTC Triptans in Germany
US$ 990.00
... for a considerable further increase of category value sales in Germany in 2011. Euromonitor International's OTC Triptans in Germany report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ... data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the OTC Triptans market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change ...
July 2012
27 pages
Germany Oil and Gas Industry Outlook to 2020- Supply, Demand, Investment, Infrastructure (Fields, Blocks, Pipelines, LNG, Refinery, Storage Assets) and Companies
US$ 2,400.00
... Outlook to 2020 from OGAnalysis provides a comprehensive overview of the Germany oil and gas sector, covering the entire value chain of the industry. It analyzes ... and financial analysis are given in detail. Latest events in Germany oil and gas industry from 2011-2012 and their impact on the industry ...
May 2012
120 pages
Analyzing the Market for Industrial Gases in Germany
US$ 400.00
... analyzes the industrial gas industry in Germany in its research report Analyzing the Market for Industrial Gases in Germany. The report is a complete coverage of this industry as we analyze the market through an industry overview, an analysis of the industry ...
May 2012
55 pages
Analyzing the Semiconductors Industry in Germany
US$ 400.00
... , Samsung Electronics and STMicroelectronics. Aruvians Rsearch analyzes the semiconductors industry in Germany in its research presentation Analyzing the Semiconductors Industry in Germany. The report is a comprehensive coverage of the ...
May 2012
100 pages
DIY, Home Improvement and Garden Centres in Germany
US$ 990.00
Retail value sales of DIY, home improvement and garden centres increased for the third year in a row in Germany in 2011, this time by 1%. Therefore, the channel was ... , due to increased consumer confidence and higher... Euromonitor International's DIY, Home Improvement and Garden Centres in Germany report offers insight into key trends and developments ...
April 2012
36 pages
Furniture and Furnishings Stores in Germany
US$ 990.00
... to unfavourable economic developments. However, this created an... Euromonitor International's Furniture and Furnishings Stores in Germany report offers insight into key trends and developments driving ... , discounters, convenience stores, mixed retailers, health and beauty retailers, clothing and footwear retailers, furniture and furnishing stores, DIY and hardware stores, durable goods ...
April 2012
32 pages
2012 Germany Flow Cytometry Market Outlook: Growth Opportunities and Strategies
US$ 2,880.00
... a comprehensive analysis of the German flow cytometry market, including: Major issues pertaining to the German flow cytometry practice, as well as key economic, ... . Five-year reagent and instrument sales forecasts. Sales and market shares of leading reagent and instrument suppliers. Review of current and ...
April 2012
147 pages
