Does the economy attract? What Bayern’s companies now hope

The expectations from the economy have rarely been a new one Federal government As high as today. Three years without growth as well as international upheavals and a political taller course have left fierce traces. After all: The fact that the hanging game in Berlin has ended lets many companies make new hope. This emerges from the economic index, which the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) Schwaben determines three times a year.

The mood in Schwaben’s economy has turned

In this survey with around 830 participants, it was not only taken into account how companies in our region assess their current situation, but also how optimistic or pessimistic they look into the future. For the first time in a year, this mood barometer rose over 100 points in April. From this brand, the signs are on growth.

From the point of view of IHK general manager Marc Lucassen, this could mark a real trend reversal: « The change of mood associated with the new government lets the IHK economy index rise via the growth threshold, » he said on Monday for the presentation of the current figures. With a view to the next six months, at least « cautious optimism » is recognizable.

The German Chancellor trust in economic policy Friedrich Merz Most likely to turn the paper. With the responsible person Minister Katherina Reiche ((CDU) he also brought a manager back to politics who gained practical experience on the « other side ». This is also well received by many entrepreneurs. And since psychology is half the battle in the economy, the burgeoning hope can be measured in concrete terms: « Courage that for the first time in a long time there is again increasingly considering capacity expansion in Germany, » says Lucassen. Say: Unlike in the past two years, companies want to invest more in their own country again.

The infrastructure package could bring orders to many companies

A hope anchor is the 500 billion euro special fund, the Union and SPD want to use dilapidated infrastructure for the renovation of the many places. In addition to industry, the craft will also benefit from this. In this industry, the wind also begins to rotate easily. The situation has improved in the first quarter for around 18 percent of the companies, and the order books gradually fill up again. « The craft is still so well positioned that we can accelerate immediately if it is going up economically, » says Ulrich Wagner, managing director of the Chamber of Crafts for Swabia. But he also underlines that time is urging: « After two years of stagnation, our creativity will soon be used up. »

Chamber of Crafts President Hans-Peter Rauch has the feeling that the black and red government is aware of the urgency of the situation: « The coalition in the federal government has understood that the economy is the livet and focal point; this must now be fulfilled with life, » he emphasizes-and immediately sends an appeal to the new cabinet: « We need doers and decision-makers, no hesitation. »

Expectation to Friedrich Merz: « Determination, unity – and above all speed »

IHK President Reinhold Braun also emphasizes how fragile the current spirit of optimism is. The regional economy continues to struggle with many different construction sites. « Germany threatens the third year without growth, the global challenges are added, » he warns. His expectation to the Merz government: « Determination, unity – and above all pace. »

The CDU, CSU and SPD coalition agreement are at the top of the economy, work and innovation. In addition to Economic Minister Katherina Reiche Two more new heads in the cabinet These topics: Dorothee Bär is intended to drive research, technology and space travel, the ex-MediaMarkt manager Karsten Wildberger build the new Digital Ministry. However, it is about long -term course. In the here and now, companies are dealing with risks such as the unpredictable customs policy of US President Donald Trump or the debate about a higher minimum wage.

« Clear signals for more reliable and more competitive framework conditions, for a noticeable reduction in bureaucracy and relief for cost factors such as energy and work, » clarifies IHK President Braun. In order to ensure that the location of Germany remains attractive in international competition, the measures announced in the coalition agreement may only be the beginning of profound, structural reforms.