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China Beats U.S. as Germany’s Top Investor in 2025.

5/23/2026

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  • China overtook the United States as Germany's top source of investment projects in 2025, with 228 projects versus 206 for the U.S.
  • Chinese projects rose 14.6% year over year, while U.S. projects fell 10%.
  • Germany recorded 1,564 foreign investment projects in 2025, a 9.3% decline from 2024.
  • Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged Chinese firms to increase investment in Germany during a February Beijing visit, citing automotive, machinery, chemicals, energy and electromobility.