Increase in trade registrations in Saxony-Anhalt: Focus on positive trends

Increase in trade registrations in Saxony-Anhalt: Focus on positive trends

trade registrations: A positive signal for the economy in Saxony-Anhalt

The current figures of the State Statistical Office indicate a pleasant trend in the area of trade registrations in Saxony-Anhalt. In the first half of 2024, a total of 5,847 trade registrations were registered, while 4,825 businesses were deregistered. These figures show that the regional economy goes through a remarkable development, despite a slight decline in registrations by 1.1 % compared to the previous year.

growth in certain regions

The developments in several counties are particularly striking. The district of Jerichower Land recorded an increase in trade registrations by 11.4 %. An increase of 10.2 % was also found in the Wittenberg district, while the independent city of Halle (Saale) increased by 8.1 % of registrations. These regional differences illustrate that not all areas are equally affected and show that some municipalities are experiencing dynamic business development.

industries in the upswing

Another important aspect is the significantly increased interest in certain economic areas. In the health and social affairs, impressive growth of 34.3 % was recorded, followed by an increase in energy supply of 27.6 %. These developments can be interpreted as indicators for the growing importance of these sectors in Saxony-Anhalt and show that companies are increasingly investing in these promising areas.

increase in the proportion of women in self -employed

A remarkable trend is also the increase in the proportion of women at the newly registered sole proprietorship. This rose from 36.6 % in the previous year to 37.8 % in the first half of 2024. This change is a positive sign of gender equality in business and shows that women are increasingly taking entrepreneurial ways.

summary and outlook

Overall, it can be said that the positive balance of the trade registrations in Saxony-Anhalt from +418 rose to +1.022 in the first quarter in the first quarter. These developments not only offer opportunities for the entrepreneurs concerned, but also strengthen the entire economic basis of the region. It remains to be seen whether this trend will continue in the coming months, since the economic framework conditions are constantly changing.