Nearly half of German firms in Phl see stable business environment

Nearly half or 49 percent of German companies operating in the Philippines expect business conditions to remain stable in the next 12 months, according to a survey.

- By LOUELLA DESIDERIO

This was among the findings of the AHK World Business Outlook Fall 2025 Survey in the Philippines initiated by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI).

Conducted from Sept. 29 to Oct. 17, the survey collected responses from 51 firms in the Philippines.

Asked to assess their current situation, 47 percent of German firms in the country expressed optimism about business conditions.

In terms of the outlook on local economic development over the next 12 months, 69 percent said they expect the situation to remain the same.

When it comes to investments, 51 percent foresee steady trends in the year ahead.