Is artificial intelligence with large language models a threat to individual jobs or industries?
Whether it's financial analysis, marketing strategy, legal briefs or software development – automation is advancing at a rapid pace. But is ‘job loss due to AI’ a real danger, or is it primarily a marketing promise made by tech giants?
Consequences of Global Dependencies on Products and Services for the German Economy
Germany's economy is heavily dependent on global supply chains – whether for energy, rare earths, chips, cloud services or medicines. The current crises show how risky unilateral dependencies can be and how urgently Germany needs its own production capacities in key technologies. Those who identify risks early on and diversify not only strengthen their competitiveness but also their strategic independence.
Insolvency Trends in Germany and the Financial Damage
The number of corporate insolvencies in Germany will rise in 2025 to a level last seen over ten years ago – and the financial damage will reach almost historic record levels. Particularly large insolvencies are putting pressure on entire supply chains, while numerous companies in key sectors such as automotive, construction and retail are fighting for survival.
Economic climate 2025: positive signals vs. geopolitical risks
Matthias Schumann analyses the current economic climate in Germany in 2025: why positive signals ensure planning security and investment - and why increasing geopolitical risks are simultaneously presenting companies with new challenges.
SCHUMANN Insights: The Effect of American Import Tariffs on the German Economy Using Steel as an Example
Find out why American import tariffs, high energy prices, cheap competing products from China and the transition to "green steel" may present even greater challenges.
