German Industry Alliance Drives Domestic Investment Surge
German Companies Commit 631 Billion Euro Investment by 2028
In a coordinated effort, over 60 German enterprises pledged a combined 631 billion euro boost in domestic capital expenditures by 2028. The initiative, known as “Made for Germany”, backed each signatory’s promise of at least 100 billion euros.
Drivers of the Investment Pledge
- Responding to recent outflows amounting to hundreds of billions of euros
- Reflecting a renewed confidence in Germany’s economic potential
- Aligning with Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s call to “invest in Germany again”
Key Corporate Commitments
- Deutsche Bank and Siemens, two blue‑chip heavyweights, led the initiative
- Each CEO met with Merz in Berlin’s chancellery to underline the partnership
Government Measures Supporting the Momentum
- Corporate tax reforms, including a stepwise reduction in corporation tax
- Relaxation of constitutional spending ceilings to direct hundreds of billions into defense and infrastructure
- Red‑tab cuts and energy cost reductions to enhance business competitiveness
Context and Outlook
Germany’s economy recorded two consecutive years of recession, driven by elevated energy prices and intensifying international competition. Recent indicators, however, suggest that the German economy remains resilient and that the new momentum could be further amplified by the government’s investment and tax initiatives.
