Ifo Institute: German Industry's Competitiveness Continues Downward Trend
February 04, 2026
February 04, 2026
MUNICH, Germany, Feb. 4 (TNSxrep) -- ifo Institute issued the following news release:
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German Industry's Competitiveness Continues Downward Trend
Almost a third of Germany's industry companies report a decline in their competitiveness. In January, 31.2% stated that they were less competitive than countries outside the EU. The share within Europe is 17.2%. "Only a few companies see an improvement in their situation on the global markets,& . . .
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German Industry's Competitiveness Continues Downward Trend
Almost a third of Germany's industry companies report a decline in their competitiveness. In January, 31.2% stated that they were less competitive than countries outside the EU. The share within Europe is 17.2%. "Only a few companies see an improvement in their situation on the global markets,& . . .