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German industry under pressure to innovate

Sascha Quaiser
March 14, 2025

German industry faces an unprecedented crisis, with growing global competition and pressure to go greener. How are companies like Volkswagen, RWE, and BASF navigating the transition, and will it pay off in the long run?

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