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The global energy transition is not only transforming our power grids and propulsion technologies—it is also triggering one of the most profound upheavals in the commodities markets in the coming years. Copper, nickel, and aluminum—the classic industrial metals—are taking center stage: By 2035, structural supply shortages could emerge that...

The global energy transition is not only transforming our power grids and propulsion technologies—it is also triggering one of the most profound upheavals in the commodities markets in the coming years. Copper, nickel, and aluminum—the classic industrial metals—are taking center stage: By 2035, structural supply shortages could emerge that...

This summer, Europe is experiencing historically low water levels on two of its most important rivers: the Rhine and the Danube. The consequences are severe—not only for the environment, but above all for the European economy. Inland waterway transport, a central pillar of logistics in Germany, Romania, and other...

Despite the ongoing pressures caused by the conflict in the Middle East and rising energy prices, the German economy proved to be surprisingly resilient in 2026. Gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.2 percent in the second quarter of 2026 compared with the previous quarter, after adjusting for prices,...

Insolvency figures in Germany will reach a new record high in 2026, according to the Halle Institute for Economic Research’s June insolvency report.

The latest study by Allianz Trade, the world’s leading credit insurer, paints a concerning picture: Payment behavior in Germany continues to deteriorate. Companies are having to wait longer to get paid, even though they pay their suppliers faster than the Western European average. But what is driving this trend,...

German steel production faces major challenges in 2026. Following a historic low of 34.1 million metric tons of crude steel in 2025, the first few months of 2026 show an increase of 9.9%, global overcapacity, U.S. tariffs, and the launch of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) continue to...

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is planning to build a new port and container terminal on its east coast to reduce its dependence on the Strait of Hormuz. This move comes in response to Iran’s blockade of the strait, which has been in place since February 2026 and is...

In 2026, the German export sector will show the first signs of a slight recovery, but will continue to be marked by uncertainty. The latest data from the ifo Institute and the Federal Statistical Office as well as reports from The News provide a nuanced picture of the current...

The relocation of business functions abroad is a key issue for Germany as a business location and raises questions about the country’s long-term viability as a business hub. While some companies are tapping into new markets through globalization, others are forced by high costs and bureaucratic hurdles to relocate...