With its economic survey, the DIHK provides reliable figures on the mood within companies three times a year: at the beginning of the year, in early summer, and in autumn. Based on regional surveys conducted by the 79 IHKs, it identifies how businesses across Germany are faring in terms of current business conditions, expectations, investment, and employment plans. How do they perceive the international environment, and which business risks do they deem particularly threatening? The regularly more than 20,000 responses come from companies of all sizes – from the industry, the construction sector, trade, and services.

The data gathered offers a representative snapshot of all German companies. It is one of the foundations for the DIHK's economic policy positioning in Berlin and Brussels, representing the interests of local businesses. Below, we have compiled the most important economic insights from the DIHK for you.