Our figure of the month
In today's information age we are surrounded by an almost infinite amount of data. Each month, the GWS-WiSo-team selects a particularly interesting economic and/or social topic or question from the multitude of available information, which is highlighted as the "number of the month". The current number as well as the earlier numbers of the month can be found here.
Our figure of the month 07/2019: Chile's importance for e-mobility
In order to meet the conditions of sustainability, the mobility of the future will have to be climate and environmentally friendly. Electromobility is currently the means for the transport sector. The shift towards electrified mobility…
Our figure of the month 05/2019: Living in Bavaria becomes more expensive
In Germany, average earners have to spend a constantly rising share of their income on the dream of a detached house as a family home. Although the positive situation on the German labour market is leading to a steady rise in wages, the…
Our figure of the month 05/2019: The triangularity of world export flows
The dominance of advanced economies persists
Since the Second World War, world trade has continued to grow, encouraged by the reduction of trade barriers, for example within the framework of GATT/WTO, the integration of Europe or due to…
Our figure of the month 04/2019: Rapid increase in the need for long-term care in Germany
The current figures for the nursing care statistics show more than 3.4 million people in need of nursing care in Germany in 2017, which represents a significant increase over previous years. Persons who receive benefits from the social…
Our figure of the month 03/2019: Export flows between Germany and Africa in imbalance
Interest in Africa increased in 2018 not only in Germany. Other countries such as Great Britain and China also became more involved in the region. There are many reasons why Europe and China are interested in Africa: creating new sales…
Our figure of the month 02/2019: Young farm managers wanted! Where the succession questions are most urgent
The structural change in agriculture is aggravated by the lack of succession. With approx. two out of three farms the question of succession was not yet regulated, so that in the meantime portals like www.hofsuchtbauer.de offer mediation…
Our figure of the month at New Year's Eve 2018: How frosty or rainy was the party outside?
When we go outside at midnight on New Year's Eve, as we do every year, the question often arises: thick sweater, thick jacket and umbrella? Or relaxed with a jacket or evening gown? The weather can turn the fireworks on New Year's Eve…
Our figure of the month for Christmas 2018: Santa Claus has to go to that many children in one night
As in every year, in 2018 many children crave for the night when Santa Claus distributes the presents. But how many children does Santa has to go to in one night? As the number of Santa Claus skeptics increases with age, only the number…
Our figure of the month 12/2018: Are Germany's regions attractive for foreign specialists?
With advancing globalization and Germany's deep integration into world markets, jobs are increasingly internationally oriented and filled by foreign skilled workers. The employment of (highly) qualified specialists and experts from abroad…