Trade policy recommendations for the next EU Commission

Demands of the BDI Circular Economy Initiative for 2024 to 2029

Study: Key points for a new industrial policy agenda

GDP continues to fall in second quarter 2024

Necessary adjustments from the perspective of German industry

EU proposal to amend the EU Water Framework Directive, the EU Groundwater Directive and the EU Environmental Quality Standards Directive

#PowerUpEurope: Competitiveness through digitalisation

Harmonisation of risk-management measures and the definition of significant incidents

Proof of Concept Report: New Forms of Money in an Era of Evolving Industrial Needs

Economic output decreases over winter half-year 2023/24 despite growth in first quarter

Our recommendations for sustainable mobility, competitive logistics and global connectivity

Investment package needed to improve infrastructure, facilitate transformation and build resilience

Consumption and exports recovering gradually

Ten Key Challenges in EU Energy and Climate Policy for 2024–2029

Bureaucracy and Challenges for German Business

Policy paper on the European Commission’s White Paper “How to master Europe's digital infrastructure needs?”

Complementary international frameworks for harmonized and industry friendly technology standardisation.

Recommendations from German industry for a future 10th Research Framework Programme (FP10)

Industrial production and trade in the individual industries

Claims of the BDI Initiative Circular Economy for the 2024 European Election

On the Future of Trade and Globalization

Practical, standardized and SME-friendly

Industrial production 1.2 percent down year on year

EU-End-of-life vehicles regulation

Global economic growth to remain low in 2024

Recovery still not happening

BDI priorities for the EU legislative term 2024-2029

Industrial production and trade in the individual industries

CountEmissions EU

Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the Union Customs Code and the European Union Customs Authority, and repealing Regulation (EU) No 952/2013

Analysis of selected material flows and recommendations for action

Europe needs more than trade controls

Joint Declaration by BDI, Confindustria and MEDEF

Evaluation of key industry-relevant elements for the trilogue negotiations on the Artificial Intelligence Act (“AI Act”)

Research: Growth weak and unequal

Mirror international standardization strategically for the promotion of a holistic Circular Economy

Stagnation on the cards this year

Joint Statement

Recommendations for the way forward

Evaluation of the restriction proposal

Industrial production and trade in the individual industries

Industrial production down 0.3 percent on last year

EU Industrial, Climate and Trade Policy Response

Joint appeal concerning the planned Corporate Due Diligence Directive

Contribution to the public consultation

German industry’s recommendations

Reduce dependencies and build economic resilience

Joint Declaration by BDI, France Industrie and MEDEF

Introducing cybersecurity requirements for products with digital elements

Industrial production and trade in the individual industries

Proposal for a regulation effectively banning products produced, extracted or harvested with forced labor

Tough times ahead for Europe and the United States due to the war

11 Lessons from the US Chips Act for the EU Chips Act

Policy Recommendations for German and European Politicians

Towards Open Strategic Autonomy

German industry's position on the EU Commission's proposal

The market is the driving force behind standardisation.

Recommendations of the German Industry for the Regulation

German industry heading for recession

Needs of industry must not be neglected in establishment process

Assessment of the U.S.-EU Joint Statement of the Trade and Technology Council

Comments on the DRAFT REPORT of the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO) and the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE)

BDI cuts GDP forecast for this year to around 1.5 percent

Covid and war jeopardising global economic recovery

German Industry’s 7 key recommendations

Necessary improvements to avoid double reporting obligations

B7 Finale Communiqué

Legal study commissioned by acatech – National Academy of Science and Engineering for the project “HySupply”, with support from the BDI

Industrial production and trade in the individual industries

A horizontal approach to the development and use of common specifications must be in line with the New Legislative Framework

Connecting the world: For trustworthy and human-centric innovation for all

23 Recommendations for action on how we can leverage the growth potential of rail through combined transport in Germany and Europe

A joint proposal by France Industrie, Mouvement des Entreprise de France and the Federation of German Industries (BDI).

Necessary measures for an effective and feasible minimum taxation

Reaffirming global commitment to health across public and private sectors

Economies uncertainty jeopardises recovery in 2022

A revised Solvency II regime

German industry’s position on the European Commission’s proposal for strengthening Europe's semiconductor ecosystem (Chips Act) 2022/0032 (COD).

EU Commission publishes draft directive on Pillar 2

Global economy in Covid cycle

A positive agenda for EU-Swiss relations

Safeguarding Europe’s Future

Reinvigorating and Rebalancing the Multilateral Trading System

How to make our industrial country climate neutral

Claims of the BDI Circular Economy Initiative for the 20th Legislative Period

Joint Declaration by BDI, Confindustria and MEDEF

Ensuring the competitiveness of the European industry through innova-tion-friendly rules.

Position of the Federation of German Industries on the legislative package of the European Commission of 14th July 2021

Position and proposals of the Federation of German Industries (BDI) for OECD Agreement modernization talks on payment and credit terms

Recovery losing steam. Pre-crisis levels within reach by yearend

Joint decleration by BDI and Confindustria

Evaluation of the envisaged restriction procedure

Green hydrogen as an opportunity for development cooperation.

Implementable, open to technology and unbureaucratic

Competitive energy and electricity taxes in Germany

Shaping Global Economic Relations with Systemically Challenging Counterparts

German industry’s position on the ITRE Committee’s amendments

U.S. Engine is Propelling Global Economy

From Competition Law to Commercial Law - Towards More Effective Instruments

Recovery falters at start of year. Strong growth expected in second half of the year

Mechanism to deter & counteract coercive action by non-EU countries

Proposals for Transatlantic Cooperation under the Biden Administration and Beyond

Joint declaration by BDI, Confindustria and MEDEF

Current discussions and impact on the German economy

Four key demands of the maritime shippers’ industry

Position on ITRE Draft Report

German industry’s recommendations for the trialogue

Trade associations renew their call for a permanent political solution

What does German industry gain?

Data, numbers, facts

Anchor in times of crisis and driver of future growth

Economy set to grow 3.5 percent in 2021: Powerful effect in investment, foreign trade in boosting roles

Essential building blocks for moving from targets to smart action

A cross-sector practical guide for industrial companies

Effective and Balanced Application in Compliance with WTO Rules and under Differentiated Criteria

Key messages from European business associations

Introduction of horizontal cybersecurity requirements based on the New Legislative Framework and bridge to the EU Cybersecurity Act

Measures that supplement transfer tools to ensure compliance with the EU level of protection of personal data

BDI Position on OECD-Consultation

Leaders Declaration Largely Repeats Claims of Other G20 Initiatives and Lacks New or Innovative Policy Solutions

Regulatory options in international collaboration

Joint declaration by BDI, Confindustria and MEDEF

A new venture for the European Commission, recommendations from German industry

Economic low in second quarter has bottomed out. Return to pre-crisis levels only expected in 2022

For a Cleaner and More Competitive Europe

For Open Markets and Fair Conditions in International Trade

How to Unleash the Health Care Sector’s Full Potential for Health and Wealth

Review of EU rules on the security of network and information systems

Legal Certainty and Business-Friendly Conditions: A Necessity

Building on Germany’s industrial strength. Supporting an ecosystem for B2B Platforms.

Why we need a strategy for the health industry in Germany and Europe

Industry’s Expectations of the German EU Council Presidency

Industry Perspectives on Rules of Origin and Customs Procedures for an Ambitious Trade Partnership

Response to public consultations of the EU Commission

German EU Council Presidency from July 2020 onwards

Promoting technologies, developing skills, building a holistic ecosystem in a targeted manner

Strong signals in tough times. Economic stimulus package to ward off deep recession

Assessment of the Proposal of the Trilateral Initiative of the United States, Japan, and EU

The transformation of energy systems in an international perspective

Consultation on the Interim Report of the Sustainable Finance Committee

Solidarity, sustainability and digitalisation

Bringing climate and industry policy together

Export Restrictions Impair Ability to Respond to the Crisis

Scenarios and Economic Policy Measures

Communication from the Commission: A new industrial strategy for Europe COM (2020)102

Coronavirus Shock for Global Economy. Financial and Economic Policy in the Recession

Ceasefire with limited durability

Tax measures to tackle the impact of COVID-19

Economy could stagnate in 2020. Coronavirus weighs on exports and investment in plant and equipment

Towards a Digital European Economy

A sluggish Economy. Moderate global economic growth restrains the German economy

Communication from the Commission: The European Green Deal (COM (2019) 640)

Comments on the Second Draft of a Chinese National Export Control Law

For Better Responsiveness in Trade Disputes

Key requirements for the EU legislative period of 2019-2024

Mini growth in the third quarter of 2019. No more technical recession this year

Position on Possible EU Measures in Response to U.S. Tariffs Subsequent to the Boeing-Airbus Disputes

Germany’s current economic engagement in the region and strategies that can help German companies compete

BDI Position on OECD-Consultation

Joint declaration by BDI, Confindustria and MEDEF

Industrial production and trade in the individual industries

BDI Position on OECD-Consultation

Entrepreneurs on their on-site commitment

BDI-EABC Joint Declaration on EAC-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA)

German industry’s 5 demands

For a sustainable and efficient mobility of tomorrow

Technical recession knocking at the door

Shock treatment. US protectionism and Brexit increasing risk of recession

(EU) No. 1025/2012

Strengthening the World Trade Organization (WTO) and Reinvigorating and Rebalancing the Multilateral Trading System

Seven priorities for industrial policy 2019 to 2024

Back to growth without industry. Services make up for decreasing industrial value added

On the Draft National Industrial Strategy 2030

Statement on the reform of EU cohesion policy 2021-2027

Industrial production and trade in the individual industries

Economic outlook for 2019: domestically strong but externally weak. German economic output to increase by only 1.2 percent

on Industrial Goods and Conformity Assessments

Growth or recession? Global economy at a crossroads

BDI Position on OECD-Consultation

How Do We Deal with China’s State-Controlled Economy?

Demands for the Contents of the Talks

German economy shrinks for first time in three years. WLTP emissions test curbs vehicle production

Exploit their potential. Avoid unnecessary regulation.

Challenges of Brexit

Euphoria turns to disillusionment. Europe's economy passes its cyclical peak

BDI and Keidanren Call for Cooperation between German and Japanese Governments to Promote Data Utilization

Strengthening EMU. Key points to strengthen the European Economic and Monetary Union

German economy keeps on growing. GDP rises just under two percent in first half of 2018

EU proposals on "taxation of the digital economy": digital tax and digital presence

The Trump Risk. Trade and currency disputes threaten world economic growth

A strong and sovereign EU. Calling for Europe to take on a new role in the World

Statement on the initiative of the European Commission

BDI Position on the Reintroduction of U.S. Economic and Financial Sanctions against Iran

Position on the proposal for a P2B-regulation for the upcoming negotiations in the European Council and the EU Parliament

Act now and seize opportunities

An Approach

Key elements of the future EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation – Framework Programme 9 (FP9)

B20 Evaluation of the Hamburg G20 Leaders' Declaration: Shaping an Interconnected World

What Measures Should the EU Adopt?

Industrial production and trade in the individual industries

Challenges caused by Brexit

European economy flying high. Cyclical peak in 2018 with a good two percent growth.

Disclosure requirements must be appropriate for midcaps and family owned businesses

Economic momentum continues. Rosy prospects for 2018

Challenges caused by Brexit

The Costs of Brexit

Challenges caused by Brexit

Challenges of Brexit for Business

Challenges caused by Brexit

Challenges caused by Brexit

Back to four percent growth. Global economic growth is gathering pace, with financial risks also rising

Recommendations for new initiatives in industrial economic cooperation between Germany and France

German economy grows by over two percent. Companies scaling up investments

EU Regulation Establishing a Framework for Screening of Foreign Direct Investments into the European Union

Recommendations of German Industry

Advancing the WTO Agenda

What is important now is to draw right conclusions from the pilot projects!

Resource efficiency criteria must be market-compatible and free of contradictions!

European economy in the fast lane. BDI expects over two percent growth

Industry anticipating 1.8 percent rise in GDP. Global upturn is the main factor

Asia and Europe driving world economy

European Commission Proposed Regulation

A State-by-State Analysis of Imports, Exports and Jobs

Steady growth in turbulent times. Solid prospects for 2017

BDI’s key demands for the area

Trump's dollar. New chapter for global economy

German economy losing steam. Good performance in 2016 not at risk.

European Commission proposal for measures against geo-blocking COM(2016)289

Productivity growth in Germany. Finding a way out of the deadlock.

European economy holds up. Growth stimuli needed

German economy outperforms expectations, but problematic trends persist

EU consultation on the evaluation and review of the e-Privacy Directive

Strong start, solid prospects. Normal tempo expected following a bullish beginning

Loss of momentum. Global economy drifting sideways

Making regulation innovation-friendly

Advocacy for a strong East Africa

Europe defies global turbulence. However, growth is not yet self-sustaining

Turbulence imperils robust recovery. German economy in choppy waters

The Voice of German Industry

Germany's Prosperity Rests on Innovation. Theses on German industrial policy

Negotiation Proposal by the EU-Commission on a Reformed Investment Chapter in TTIP

Completing Europe’s Economic and Monetary Union. Reform options under discussion

Italy's reforms. Efforts to catch up are under way

Fears, Facts, Faultlines

Juncker’s investment plan for Europe. Opportunities for German companies

Robust recovery despite global uncertainty

Competitiveness and social partnership. President Hollande's broad reform agenda

Industrial Innovation for a Sustainable World

Results of the 2015 Spring Survey

Recommendations from the B7 to the G7

How important is it? Who are the winners? What must be done?

How is German Industry Faring in the Globalised World?

Africa – Continent of Opportunities.

Why the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership Needs an Investment Chapter

Myths, Facts, Arguments

A Roadmap for Improved International Investment Abroad

The business community’s vision for the EU - Message to the next European Parliament, 2014-2019

Recommendations for a sustainable approach to framing the European emissions trading scheme (ETS) for aviation

Promoting Policy Advocacy for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

A best practice study

BusinessEurope recommendations for a 2030 framework for energy and climate policies

How important is industry?