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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...

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 economic situation in the German retail sector remains tense—and the consequences have long been evident in many city centers. Vacancies, store closures, and a noticeable decline in consumer confidence characterize the landscape. Current forecasts paint a clear, if alarming, picture for the year 2026.

The credit insurer Atradius wants to actively support its customers in the Middle East. To that end, it is now offering greater flexibility in payment processing and in dealing with potential delays.

“How can I finance large purchases of goods when my customers have long payment terms?” Many companies are familiar with this problem: For large orders, goods must first be purchased or produced. At the same time, customers demand long payment terms of 60, 90, or even 120 days. This...

In 2025, there were more corporate bankruptcies and major insolvencies than at any time in the past ten years. This makes it all the more important for companies to identify domino effects early on and take targeted countermeasures.