Scenarios about 'mittelstand'
The Mittelstand refers to small and medium-sized enterprises that form the backbone of German-speaking economies, particularly in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. These often family-owned companies are characterized by specialization in niche markets, multi-generational ownership, fiscal conservatism, and investment in worker training and retention. The Mittelstand economic model has been studied worldwide for its resilience during economic downturns and its contribution to regional economic stability.
What If Germany's Mittelstand Companies Took a Different Approach to Globalization?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Germany's famed middle-market companies embraced aggressive global expansion and public ownership models rather than maintaining their traditional conservative, family-owned structure.