43% of German companies are ready to invest billions of euros in the reconstruction of Ukraine: survey

According to a survey by KPMG and the German-Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 43% of German companies operating in Ukraine are planning new investments. This shows the significant interest of German business in the Ukrainian market, despite the challenges associated with war and corruption.
About this informs edition of Manager magazin.
The main factors that attract investors
- Access to the market: Ukraine has great potential for the development of various sectors of the economy, which opens wide opportunities for German companies.
- Qualified workforce: Ukrainian specialists are highly valued for their education and professional skills.
- Participation in recovery programs: German companies see prospects in the reconstruction of Ukraine and are ready to participate in relevant projects
Obstacles to investment
- War and security threats: Ongoing conflict creates uncertainty and risks for business.
- Corruption: the problem of corruption remains a serious obstacle to the development of foreign investments.
- Mobilization Law: Makes access to labor difficult for foreign companies
Hope for the future
Despite the challenges, German business is optimistic about Ukraine’s future. 42% of surveyed companies expect the economic situation in the country to improve over the next 12 months.
Reconstruction support
The Federal Government of Germany and the European Union announced the creation of funding programs worth billions of euros to support Ukraine. A reconstruction conference to be held in Berlin aims to discuss these initiatives and provide a long-term perspective for the country.