Are you looking for new business opportunities in Germany or abroad? We support you in this and always take a holistic view of your investments from two perspectives:
Investments from abroad in Germany (inbound FDI)
Germany is one of the most international locations in the world, with over 35,000 foreign subsidiaries that generate more than 20 per cent of the turnover of all companies in this country.
In the last ten years, the turnover of these foreign companies has risen by 60 per cent, while it has only increased by 25 per cent for purely German companies. This development emphasises the central importance of foreign direct investment for the German economy.
Why Germany is the ideal location for international companies
Despite current economic and political challenges, Germany remains attractive for international investors in an EU comparison. The country regularly ranks among the top 10 target markets for global direct investment.
Germany is currently undergoing a far-reaching transformation process, which includes the areas of renewable energies, digitalisation and climate neutrality. These developments are opening up new, profitable business areas, often supported by subsidies. More and more foreign companies are therefore opting for greenfield and brownfield investments in Germany in order to benefit from these growth opportunities.
We advise you in all phases of your investment in Germany - in a targeted, modular and comprehensive.
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Investments abroad (outbound FDI)
More than 40,000 German subsidiaries are active abroad. In many countries, they are the largest or, after American companies, the second largest investor group.
An analysis of the published annual financial statements of German listed companies shows: The contribution to turnover and earnings generated by these companies outside Germany is usually between 60 and 90 per cent.
Global resilience: How German companies are adapting their value chains
In the face of geopolitical upheaval, increasing protectionism and further disruption, more and more German companies are endeavouring to strengthen their global resilience. They are adapting their value chains by localising or regionalising them, diversifying their activities worldwide and expanding into emerging growth markets.
KPMG Thought Leadership on Global Markets
We regularly analyse current developments, produce white papers and survey German and international companies on site in all regions of the world in order to provide you with sound advice for your entry into foreign markets. You can find our latest findings in our country studies and white papers. We are also part of the global KPMG network in 143 countries around the world with more than 273,000 employees. The exchange within the network gives us a global picture of the situation for your successful expansion.
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