Germany is ranked 22 among 190 economies in the ease of doing business, according to the latest World Bank annual ratings. The rank of Germany improved to 22 in 2019 from 24 in 2018. Ease of Doing Business in Germany averaged 20.17 from 2008 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 27.00 in 2008 and a record low of 14.00 in 2015. source: World Bank



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Ease of Doing Business in Germany
The Ease of doing business index ranks countries against each other based on how the regulatory environment is conducive to business operationstronger protections of property rights. Economies with a high rank (1 to 20) have simpler and more friendly regulations for businesses.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
22.00 24.00 27.00 14.00 2008 - 2019 Yearly