Forecast: Turnover of Software Publishing in Germany

The turnover of software publishing in Germany has shown a significant decrease from 2023 to 2024, with a forecasted drop from 1.95 billion euros in 2023 to 1.48 billion euros in 2024. This trend continues with further declines forecasted for the subsequent years, reaching 0.3824 billion euros in 2028. The year-on-year percentage variation demonstrates substantial negative growth: -19.59% in 2025, -23.02% in 2026, -29.52% in 2027, and -40.80% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is expected to be approximately -27.78%.

Looking ahead, the industry should be mindful of potential disruptive technologies, evolving consumer preferences, and the regulatory environment. Investments in innovation, cybersecurity, and adapting to digital transformation will be critical for future growth and stabilization in software publishing.