In 2023, the actual number of neonatal deaths in Germany stood at 1.6 thousand. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual decline, from 1.59 thousand to 1.5 thousand. Compared to 2023, the year-on-year decline in neonatal deaths from 2024 to 2025 is 1.26%, and from 2025 to 2026, it is 1.91%. Over the entire forecast period, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) indicating an average annual decline is approximately 1.25%.

Trends to watch for in the future include:

Improvements in healthcare technology and neonatal care standards.
Access to quality prenatal care impacting neonatal mortality rates.
Public health initiatives aimed at reducing preterm births and neonatal complications.
Socioeconomic factors influencing family planning and maternal health.