Amid European debt crisis turmoil, German light vehicle registrations have exhibited strength in 2011, returning the market to pre-crisis levels. Additionally, growing global demand for German autos continues to drive export ...   Read on

Chinese appetite - Emerging market players are buying into the European auto supplier industry
Strategic investors from China are looking specifically for Western companies that can help them improve their own technological competitiveness. These are the findings of the study "Chinese appetite - Emerging market ...   Read on

Tough times ahead for German automakers
German carmakers have been working full throttle since the start of 2011. The first half of the year saw manufacturers fill their order books and achieve record turnovers, but experts warn the party will soon be over.   Read on

A further slowdown of the global economy could mean a return to recession for the Eurozone.  We explore the potential implications in our Eurozone Forecast. To download 52-page report ...  Read on

Germany's package to attract foreign talent
Germany has drawn up a policy package to attract more foreign talent including doctors, engineers and other professional needed urgently by local companies.  The package will call for changes in immigration laws and will ...   Read on

European Union: Electronic invoicing - ready to achieve full potential?
The current EU position on e-invoicing is considered as well as some of the benefits and considerations for EU businesses as they move toward greater invoice automation.   Read on

Russia: 4 Steps a CEO Should Take Concerning the New Transfer Pricing Rules
The new law on transfer pricing adopted in July and coming into effect from Jan. 1, 2012, will affect most large and midsized businesses operating in Russia, whether Russian or multinational. The new legislation is a lot more ...   Read on