Düsseldorf remains in the economy: Companies look ahead skeptically!

Düsseldorf remains in the economy: Companies look ahead skeptically!

The economic situation in the Düsseldorf region and the middle Lower Rhine remains tense. A current economic report from the IHK Düsseldorf shows that the companies in the region do not expect a noticeable relaxation. Despite a slight increase in the business investment index from minus 8.2 to minus 5.7 points, this value remains negative. This information is based on survey data from over 600 companies that represent more than 60,000 employees. RP online that most companies continue to face a negative development of their business situation.

The survey showed that only 18% of those involved hope for a short -term improvement, while 26.5% expect deterioration. This illustrates the cautious mood in the region, which is still strongly influenced by external economic factors. Jürgen Steinmetz, general manager of the IHK Middle Lower Rhine, emphasizes that the companies are less pessimistic than at the beginning of the year. Nevertheless, the way to international competitiveness is long and challenging, says Steinmetz.

missing spirit of optimism

The analysis indicates that the positive mood predominates, especially among service providers; However, retail remains in a poor location. Current politics leaves open to what extent economic policy reforms are implemented. These reforms are urgently needed to reduce bureaucracy and high energy costs. The IHK evaluation of almost 600 companies also describes the concerns about domestic and abroad. 43% of companies see demand for foreign foreigners as a significant risk of their business.

The mood in the region could be improved by immediate and determined implementation of infrastructure measures and reduction in bureaucracy. These points are also in the coalition agreement, but the concrete implementation is still uncertain. In addition, the start of corporate tax reform is postponed by three years, which creates additional uncertainties. Over 58% of the companies fear weak domestic demand.

global challenges

The global economic situation also contributes to uncertainty. According to IFO.de there are significant risks through the tense international security situation and protectionist tendencies, in particular the US customs policy as well as the trade conflict with China. The forecasts show that the German economy will only grow by 0.2% in 2025, which is below expectations.

The findings from the various reports clarify that companies in the Düsseldorf region and the middle Lower Rhine are faced with a variety of challenges. While a milder pessimistic assessment signals positive approaches, the economic recovery remains fragile and shaped by uncertain external factors.