In the DIHK Newsroom, you’ll find the latest press releases, statements, studies, and background information on the German economy—presented in a concise, well-organized, and always up-to-date...
The dossiers of the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry provide concise background information and analyses on selected topics – offering in-depth insights and a 360-degree perspective on economy and politics.
Military conflicts, closed airspaces, blocked transport routes: The developments in the Middle East since 28 February have significant consequences for German companies and are being closely monitored with great attention and concern.
Efficient, technology-neutral, international: The IHK organisation strongly advocates redesigning the energy transition in Germany. Through studies, core positions, and surveys, the DIHK outlines what is necessary for companies to also manage the transformation.
There is an increasing consideration in the EU to implement local content requirements—mandatory local value creation shares. This has consequences for trade, competition, and Europe's position.
German businesses continue to show great interest in Ukraine, even as they remain cautious due to the Russian aggression and ongoing security concerns.
The German economy risks becoming a long-term patient. Companies are struggling with high costs for energy, personnel, and taxes, combined with crippling bureaucracy. An uncertain global economic environment and bottlenecks in critical raw materials exacerbate the situation further.
Digitalization is a key competitive factor and opens up a wide range of opportunities – from more efficient workflows to innovative business models. To ensure these possibilities are utilized everywhere, reliable frameworks, modern digital infrastructure, and a digitalized administration are...
The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) is committed to effective and comprehensive bureaucracy reduction, allowing businesses to devote significantly more time, personnel, and resources to value creation, innovation, and growth.
Germany is almost entirely dependent on imports for fossil fuels, metallic resources, and many industrial minerals. To mitigate the growing risks, it is essential on one hand to diversify supply chains, and on the other to expand the recycling of valuable materials.
The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) aims to ensure imports face the same CO₂ costs as EU-produced goods, fostering fair competition while avoiding the relocation of emissions abroad.
No domestic market, no global success: German technology companies need a convincing showcase within their own borders to further develop their role in hydrogen technologies worldwide. How Germany can set the course for an efficient hydrogen market - and why fuel cell cars and hydrogen heating...
The approximately 135 recognized German schools abroad in more than 70 countries worldwide are excellent educational institutions and cultural ambassadors of Germany. Their work, however, goes far beyond that. The best ideas from the international network are recognized every two years as part...
