The production of ballasts for discharge lamps or tubes in Germany is forecasted to decrease steadily from 2.5021 million items in 2024 to 2.066 million items by 2028. This represents a year-on-year percentage decrease that highlights a continued downward trend, part of a historical trajectory already evident by 2023, when actual data also revealed declining production volumes. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is negative, affirming this shrinking market.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increasing adoption of energy-efficient technologies that might further reduce the demand for traditional ballasts.
Potential regulatory changes affecting the lighting industry.
Technological advancements in alternative lighting solutions impacting ballast production.