Tag: Main Association of German Retailers HDE
The next economic slump is on the horizon
Shopping street in Germany Many consumers are apparently already trying to maintain their usual level of consumption. (Photo: dpa) Dusseldorf If one believes economists’ forecasts, the German economy was able…
HDE consumption barometer Consumer confidence continues to grow
department store New economic data can at least be seen as a ray of hope for the retail trade. (Photo: AFP/Getty Images) Dusseldorf Slowly declining inflation and the sometimes very…
Retailers focus on top locations
shopping street The inner cities in Germany are facing major challenges. The prime locations are the most attractive for shopping. (Photo: Imago Images / Arnulf Hettrich) Why go downtown when…
2023 will be a difficult year for these sectors
Wind turbine assembly in Bottrop Sectors such as mechanical engineering have improved their profits significantly over the past year. (Photo: mauritius images / Rupert Oberhäuser) Dusseldorf, Berlin Rising prices and…
2023 will be a difficult year for these sectors
Dusseldorf, Berlin Rising prices and interest rates, high energy costs and the war in Ukraine weigh heavily on the future prospects of German companies – especially medium-sized companies. This is…
Cautious optimism among consumers
retail trade The people in Germany expect a positive development both for the economy and for their individual income. (Photo: dpa) Dusseldorf Optimism can sometimes be contagious. Despite the increasing…
HDE consumption barometer: consumer sentiment is rising again
Passers-by with shopping bags in Hamburg Consumers continue to be optimistic about the future, but are becoming more cautious again. (Photo: dpa) Berlin Consumers in Germany are somewhat more confident…
Strike probably leads to minor economic damage
Berlin The major strike announced by the trade unions on Monday is expected to lead to significant traffic disruptions in Germany. However, the economic damage should be limited. The chief…
Strike probably leads to minor economic damage
Berlin The major strike announced by the trade unions on Monday is expected to lead to significant traffic disruptions in Germany. However, the economic damage should be limited. The chief…
Zalando only ventures a cautious outlook – the share turns positive
Zalando is struggling with weak growth figures The days of double-digit sales growth for Europe’s largest fashion portal are over. (Photo: dpa) Berlin, Dusseldorf The years of rapid growth are…
Zalando dares only a cautious outlook – share in the red
Zalando is struggling with weak growth figures The days of double-digit sales growth for Europe’s largest fashion portal are over. (Photo: dpa) Berlin, Dusseldorf The years of rapid growth are…
Zalando dares only a cautious outlook – share in the red
Zalando is struggling with weak growth figures The days of double-digit sales growth for Europe’s largest fashion portal are over. (Photo: dpa) Berlin, Dusseldorf The years of rapid growth are…
Consumer sentiment is rising – economic data are clouding the picture
Pedestrian zone in Cologne Despite the positive mood among consumers, economists expect a decline in economic output this year. (Photo: dpa) Dusseldorf Germany’s consumers are looking to spring with confidence.…
Germany is missing four years of economic growth
Dusseldorf The positive image of the German economy is misleading. Contrary to what the federal government often suggests, the German economy has by no means come through the pandemic particularly…
Zwilling achieves a record in online business – Concern about the Galeria sales channel
twin knife The company, founded in 1731, not only includes knives from Solingen, but also cookware. Both are in great demand in China. (Photo: Wilh. Werhahn KG, 2021) Dusseldorf The…
How much purchasing power will be lost this year?
pedestrian zone According to the barometer, consumers’ propensity to buy has increased. (Photo: dpa) Dusseldorf Germany’s consumers seem to be gradually coming to terms with the crisis, inflation and rising…
State aid stabilizes income and consumption
Dusseldorf The mood among German consumers improved again at the start of the year. This is signaled by the HDE consumption barometer, which has now risen to 88.54 points for…
Inflation and cost pressures: Retail faces consolidation
Dusseldorf The year 2023 is likely to start with bad news for retailers in many German cities. Because in the course of January it will become clear which locations the…
Inflation and cost pressures: Retail faces consolidation
Dusseldorf The year 2023 is likely to start with bad news for retailers in many German cities. Because in the course of January it will become clear which locations the…
Germany is stuck in stagflation
Mechanical engineer in Chemnitz In spring 2024, real gross domestic product will hardly be higher than before the outbreak of the pandemic in early 2020. (Photo: dpa) Dusseldorf Germany should…