Germany’s economy recovers steadily, but skilled labor shortage increases national concerns. Survey by Munich Economic Research Institute highlights rising difficulties finding qualified workers.
April statistics show skilled workers shortages affected nearly one quarter of German businesses.
Long-term skilled labor gap remains below average, yet rising as recovery progresses further. Economic growth expected to exacerbate qualified workforce shortages in numerous main sectors.
Telecommunications sees shortage rates doubling, service industry struggles remain relatively steady throughout country. Legal, auditing, construction, manufacturing, and paper industries experience sharp increases in shortages.