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Why US investors are snapping up Germany's famed Mittelstand

Published October 20, 2026 5:06 am • Updated October 20, 2026 5:06 am •
Why US investors are snapping up Germany's famed Mittelstand
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Increasing amounts of US capital are flowing into Germany's traditional industrial firms and family-owned businesses. As many business owners struggle to find successors, more companies are becoming acquisition targets.

Increasing amounts of US capital are flowing into Germany's traditional industrial firms and family-owned businesses. As many business owners struggle to find successors, more companies are becoming acquisition targets.

Source: Deutsche Welle — Original report ↗

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Original source: Deutsche Welle ↗