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The number and volume of global corporate transactions are at a new low. The stock markets are showing continued sideways movements. Large consulting and investment firms are reporting ever smaller ticket sizes (volume of the respective transaction) and the acceptance of higher and increasing risks. Traditional valuation models are being questioned more and more frequently. Dramatic for big capital - and an opportunity for medium-sized companies, including in the German creative industries. Sustainability and impact investments are high on the list of search criteria. Both can often be well represented in the creative industries.
The developments in the German production market in the first half of the year were disappointing and caused a disillusionment with the previously believed mantra of eternal growth. The reasons for this development in Germany are varied and can be traced back to the correlation of various market events. Although the writers' strike in the USA has so far hardly been noticed in this country, the situation could also become more acute in Germany if other trades join in. The decision of the actors' representatives is expected this week - which could exacerbate the problems of the German production landscape in the short term.
This year, the Munich Film Festival is once again being used by filmmakers as a platform for exchange and networking. Project business in particular thrives on togetherness and community. The first few days have shown that the film festival is a central anchor for the creative industry in the southern German media metropolitan region. The most important topics so far: the future of cinema, the future viability of the production location (keyword FFG), broadcasters' commissioning policy, cost pressure in the entire value chain and, of course, the influence of AI.