German Business Leaders Warn of Rising Corporate Exodus

High energy costs, regulatory hurdles, and declining investment threaten Germany's economic competitiveness.

Key economic groups report that large corporations are relocating production abroad while small and medium-sized businesses struggle or close down.
Energy-intensive industries such as chemicals, metals, and manufacturing are especially affected by high costs and regulatory challenges.
The Deutsche Industrie- und Handelskammer (DIHK) highlights a structural crisis, with business confidence in Germany reaching historic lows.
A third of German companies plan to cut investments, raising concerns over long-term economic growth and employment.
Experts call for urgent reforms, including tax cuts, reduced bureaucracy, and enhanced digital infrastructure, to restore competitiveness.