DAX Innovation Study 2025

DAX companies are investing more in innovation overall. Spending on research and development (R&D) increased between 2021 and 2023, although company profits fell
DAX companies from the technology and automotive industries are among the winners in the innovation ranking
Technology companies such as Infineon and Siemens are benefiting from the megatrends of digitalization and decarbonization and have made significant investments in these areas. The automotive industry has also recognized the need to invest heavily in long-term competitiveness.
Companies in the chemical and consumer sectors are currently finding it more difficult to develop their innovative strength
Companies in the chemical industry are currently finding it much more difficult to invest in innovation due to the very challenging market environment, which is characterized by high energy and raw material prices. In the consumer goods sector, inflation and economic uncertainty among consumers may be having a negative impact on companies’ innovative strength.
MDAX Innovation Study 2024

In our latest study, we evaluated the most innovative companies in the German MDAX index. This assessment provides valuable insights into the innovation strategies and practices of leading companies and shows how these organizations use their innovative strength to compete and succeed in the long term.
DAX Innovation Study 2024

DAX companies are investing more in innovation overall. Spending on research and development (R&D) increased between 2021 and 2023, although company profits fell
DAX companies from the technology and automotive industries are among the winners in the innovation ranking
Technology companies such as Infineon and Siemens are benefiting from the megatrends of digitalization and decarbonization and have made significant investments in these areas. The automotive industry has also recognized the need to invest heavily in long-term competitiveness.
Companies in the chemical and consumer sectors are currently finding it more difficult to develop their innovative strength
Companies in the chemical industry are currently finding it much more difficult to invest in innovation due to the very challenging market environment, which is characterized by high energy and raw material prices. In the consumer goods sector, inflation and economic uncertainty among consumers may be having a negative impact on companies’ innovative strength.