US EditionRetail - Ever Fewer Shops in German Cities
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derwesten.de
news38.deThe stationary retail trade in Germany is losing more and more locations and slipping to a historic low. Experts warn of the consequences for the inner cities and demand a political rethink.
The stationary retail trade in Germany continues to thin out.
In Germany, there are fewer and fewer shops where you can still shop locally. A further decline is expected for 2026, as customers are holding back due to the crises.
Increasing online retail trade, dimpling consumer mood: Retailing in Germany is shrinking. According to an estimate, this year's number of shops is expected to fall to less than 300,000 for the first time in decades. The industry sees politics as a duty.
Many consumers buy online or hold back their money. This has consequences for the inner cities and the stationary trade. Since the end of 2015, the number of shops has decreased by around 70,000.
Frankfurter Allgemeine
Many consumers buy online or hold back their money. This has consequences for the inner cities and the stationary trade. Since the end of 2015, the number of shops has decreased by around 70,000.
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