2024-11-19 13:29:08
Economy
Finance
Regulation

Germany's Decline in Over-Indebtedness in 2024

In 2024, Germany witnessed a slight decline in the number of over-indebted individuals, marking the lowest figure since 2004. The count decreased to 5.56 million, with the over-indebtedness rate dipping from 8.15% to 8.09%. Despite this positive trend, low-income earners and single mothers remain significantly affected. This reduction is attributed to increased saving tendencies amid ongoing economic challenges, political factors, the war in Ukraine, and the U.S. elections.

Creditreform's revised methodology in 2023 means these figures aren't directly comparable to previous years. Notably, men tend to be more over-indebted than women. Cities like Bremerhaven, Pirmasens, and Gelsenkirchen reported the highest indebtedness rates, and experts anticipate a potential rise in over-indebtedness in 2025 due to depleted savings.

The causes of over-indebtedness have shifted. Illness, addiction, and accidents are now leading factors, surpassing unemployment, thanks to a stable job market. The popularity of 'buy now, pay later' schemes and small loans under €1,000, particularly among younger consumers, also contribute to rising debt levels.

Despite the decrease in overall figures, debt counseling services struggle with demand and staffing issues. The EU Consumer Credit Directive, effective since October 2023, aims to regulate small loans more stringently by 2025, ensuring clearer cost communication to borrowers. This regulation seeks to mitigate future indebtedness by promoting informed financial decisions.

gmx
19. November 2024 um 10:01

"Fear-Saving" Weighs on Over-Indebtedness in Germany

Economy
Finance
Despite a slight decline in over-indebtedness in Germany, the situation remains tense. Many consumers are saving out of fear for the future, which reduces the number of over-indebtedness cases. However, a worsening of the situation is looming, as savings are being depleted. Low-income earners and single parents are particularly affected. New EU rules are intended to improve credit granting and information.
gmx
19. November 2024 um 10:01

One in ten in Saxony-Anhalt is over-indebted

Economy
Finance
According to Creditreform, the over-indebtedness rate is particularly high in Saxony-Anhalt. Only in Bremen are more people considered over-indebted. However, there is a glimmer of hope.
Tagesspiegel
19. November 2024 um 10:00

"Debtor Atlas 2024": "Fear-Saving" Puts Pressure on Over-Indebtedness in Germany

According to the Creditreform study "Debtor Atlas Germany 2024", over-indebtedness in Germany is slightly declining; the over-indebtedness rate fell from 8.15 to 8.09 percent. However, the consumers' "fear-saving" is leading to this decline, as many purchases are being postponed.
zeit
19. November 2024 um 09:59

Debt Atlas 2024: One in Ten in Saxony-Anhalt Overindebted

Economy
Finance
In Saxony-Anhalt, one in ten residents is considered overindebted. As reported by the credit agency Creditreform, the overindebtedness rate this year is just under 10.7% - and thus significantly above the national average of around 8.1%. Saxony-Anhalt is only narrowly ahead of Bremen, where the overindebtedness rate is even higher at 11.8%. However, the number of overindebted people in Saxony-Anhalt has been declining for years. Compared to 2004, 66,000 fewer people were considered overindebted,..
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