Germany is facing a sharp rise in corporate insolvencies, underscoring growing pressure on Europe’s largest economy amid weak growth, elevated costs and ongoing structural challenges.
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According to recent industry reporting, Germany recorded around 12,900 corporate bankruptcies in the first half of 2026, the highest level in more than a decade. The figure marks a 7.8% increase year-on-year and reflects continued strain across manufacturing, retail and mid-sized industrial sectors.
Data from Creditreform indicates that insolvency-related losses have reached an estimated €28.5 billion, with approximately 165,000 jobs affected. Analysts describe the trend as part of a broader “structural crisis”,…