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Germany’s start-up scene continues to grow

Despite economic uncertainties, the German start-up landscape is more dynamic than ever in 2024. With 2,766 newly founded companies, Germany has recorded an impressive increase of 11% compared to 2023. The figures from the latest Next Generation Report underline the importance of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit for the German economy.

Software on record course

The German start-up scene is particularly characterized by the software sector. With 618 new start-ups, it stands out as the driving force – an increase of 33% compared to the previous year. The success shows: Innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly important in challenging times to support companies with efficiency and productivity. Sectors such as education and gaming are also gaining momentum again after difficult years.

Exciting developments in the regions

While cities such as Berlin and Munich continue to be hotspots for start-ups, smaller locations are also catching up. Particularly noteworthy is our Potsdam location, which has improved to 6th place in the per capita ranking. The proximity to universities and research institutions plays a decisive role here and makes the city a promising location for start-ups.

Challenges and opportunities

However, the increasing number of insolvencies, particularly in the B2C sector, shows that not every business idea conquers the market. At the same time, they offer the opportunity to learn from challenges and develop more sustainable business models.

Looking ahead

The positive results show that start-ups remain an important growth factor despite economic uncertainties. With the strong increase in start-ups and positive momentum at numerous university and research locations, the signs for the German start-up ecosystem continue to point to growth. Potsdam is a good example of the upward trend in the region.

If you would like to find out more about the current figures, you can find detailed information in the report “Next Generation – Startups in Germany” (source: startupverband.de).