Tradition Fails: Even Established Firms Struggle

German companies with over a century of history are increasingly facing crises, raising concerns about ‘altersschwäche’ – age weakness – within the nation’s industrial sector. This trend suggests a fundamental challenge for established businesses, potentially impacting the German economy. Experts are debating whether this decline is due to outdated practices or broader economic pressures.

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