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German Corporate Insolvencies Continue to Rise in March, Up 5.7% Year-on-Year

Persistent liquidity shortages and economic challenges are driving insolvency filings, with small businesses and key sectors like warehousing and transportation particularly impacted.

Ein Plakat an einer Hauswand mit der Aufschrift "Wir schließen für immer". Der Insolvenztrend reißt nicht ab.
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Overview

  • In March 2025, regular insolvency applications in Germany increased by 5.7% compared to the same month in 2024, according to the Statistisches Bundesamt.
  • January 2025 saw 1,830 corporate insolvency cases registered, a 12.8% increase from the previous year, with creditor claims reaching €5.3 billion.
  • Companies in the warehousing and transportation sectors remain especially vulnerable, frequently declaring insolvency.
  • The actual timing of insolvency filings is often delayed by up to three months due to court decision reporting lags, emphasizing the ongoing nature of economic pressures.
  • Industry experts, including DIHK analysts, warn of worsening liquidity constraints for small businesses and call for urgent government intervention to alleviate financial strain.