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Briefing: German firms trapped between US and China, study finds

Strategic angle: Germany's largest companies are deeply entangled with rival businesses in China and the US, according to new research.

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Updated 11 days ago
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Research from the University of Sussex and King's College London highlights the intricate relationships that Germany's major companies maintain with rival businesses in the US and China.

These entanglements create a dual dependency that could hinder operational flexibility and strategic decision-making, as firms navigate the geopolitical landscape.

The findings underscore the need for German corporations to reassess their global strategies and consider the implications of their ties to both superpowers.