sustainability

Symbolische Darstellung einer strategischen Ausrichtung auf Resilienz und Wettbewerbsfähigkeit im Jahr 2026
Resilience, SMEs, Sustainable Transformation

How Companies Can Strengthen Resilience and Competitiveness in an Uncertain Environment in 2026

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For German companies and the European economy as a whole, 2025 was a challenging year. The overall framework conditions were shaped by multiple pressures: a weak business climate, geopolitical tensions negatively affecting supply chains, and a regulatory environment in flux. This dynamic of change raises a central strategic question: how can companies remain competitive and […]

Mittelstand - Made in Germany (cropped)
Mittelstand, Resilience, SMEs, Strategy, Sustainability, Transformation

Business Model Under Pressure – How Mittelstand Companies Can Emerge Stronger From Uncertain Times

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The current business climate index published by Creditreform shows a mixed picture: Although the sentiment index for German SMEs improved slightly in autumn 2025, the situation remains tense. Many owner-ed Mittelstand companies report declining earnings, stagnant demand, and growing equity weaknesses. According to Creditreform, 17.6% of businesses stated that they had reduced staff – and

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