Ifo Institute: Material Shortages in German Manufacturing Worsen
July 07, 2026
July 07, 2026
MUNICH, Germany, July 7 -- ifo Institute issued the following news release:
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Material Shortages in German Manufacturing Worsen
More and more companies in Germany are reporting problems in procuring intermediate products. In June, 17.2% of companies had to contend with material shortages. In May, the figure was still 15.9%. "Although the Strait of Hormuz is navigable again, the effects of the disruptions can still be felt," says Klaus Wohlrabe . . .
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Material Shortages in German Manufacturing Worsen
More and more companies in Germany are reporting problems in procuring intermediate products. In June, 17.2% of companies had to contend with material shortages. In May, the figure was still 15.9%. "Although the Strait of Hormuz is navigable again, the effects of the disruptions can still be felt," says Klaus Wohlrabe . . .