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EU and India conclude negotiation of Free Trade Agreement
The EU and India have concluded the negotiations of a free trade agreement in late January. The FTA creates a free trade zone encompassing more than two billion people and gives European companies privileged access to India’s market. We summarize the details.
Strategies for reducing the tariff burden
US-tariffs place a burden on Bavarian businesses by increasing the cost of their exports. However, businesses can employ different strategies to reduce that additional cost. We present different options.
Municipal elections to impact local economic conditions
On March 8 municipal elections will take place across Bavaria. Bavarian towns, cities and districts actively shape the local conditions that are important for investment decisions and the local quality of life. The Bavarian Industry Association has formulated priorities for the upcoming elections.
U.S. reform process for screening foreign investment
The US is revising its screening process for foreign investment. The reform aims to simplify foreign investment in the US. Affected companies can comment on the proposed reforms until March 18.
The Germany Fund – new impetus for private-sector investment
The Germany Fund creates a framework that makes it easier for companies to invest in Germany on a large scale. The federal government is providing public funds and guarantees amounting to around EUR 30 billion for this purpose. This is intended to cause total investments of around EUR 130 billion.
The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and its Consequences for Business
The European Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism is a key element of the EU’s plan to reach climate targets while preserving business in Europe. It impacts imports and exports.
US-China-agreement affects Bavarian businesses
The trade conflict between the US and China has cooled down with the parties reaching an understanding in late October. How does the truce between the parties affect Bavarian businesses?
Study analyzes internationalization of Bavarian companies
A changing international environment and challenges at home affect Bavarian companies’ international activities. A study by vbw and IW Consult tracks developments over the last decade and reactions to increasing protectionism.
Bavaria and the USA: Economic and trade ties after one year of Trump
With its departure from free trade and multilateralism, the US is putting the transatlantic relationship to the test. Together with the Amerikahaus and experts, we discussed the first year of the current US administration and prospects for the Bavarian economy.
China expands export controls on rare earths
China has significantly expanded its export controls on rare earths. This affects other rare earths, technologies related to mining, processing, and recycling, as well as the further shipment of controlled elements and goods containing them or manufactured using Chinese technology.
Study analyzes hydrogen cost for industry
Hydrogen is a crucial building block for industrial climate neutrality. A study published in cooperation with Prognos AG analyzes the future cost for industry under different import and production scenarios. It projects costs in the short-, mid- and long-term.
German Education Monitor 2025: Bavaria ranks second again
In the German Education Monitor of the New Social Free Market Initiative, Bavaria once again occupies a very good place and ranks second for the seventh time in a row in 2025. We inform you the key results of the current study.
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Remuneration in Bavaria – A Sector Comparison
Syria Sanctions Relief
In light of the fall of the Assad regime, the US and the EU are largely lifting their sanctions on Syria. We explain which measures are being discontinued and which ones remain.