Hotel industry turnover in Saxony-Anhalt 2025 takes a dip compared to the last six months of the previous year
Hospitality Sector Struggles in Saxony-Anhalt During First Half of 2025
The hospitality industry in Saxony-Anhalt faced a challenging start to the year, as preliminary results show a decrease in real (price-adjusted) turnover for the sector. According to the Statistical Office of the State of Saxony-Anhalt, the industry experienced a 4.3% decrease in turnover compared to the same period in 2024. This decline was also reflected in the accommodation sector, where real turnover was 3.8% below the previous year's level.
The classic hotel industry, including hotels, boarding houses, inns, and pensions, reported a real turnover decrease of 4.3% and a nominally decrease of 1.9%. The catering industry, another key component of the hospitality industry, also struggled, with a 0.3% decrease in nominal turnover compared to the first half of 2024. Real turnover in the catering industry was 4.6% lower in the same period.
Despite the challenging economic conditions, the hospitality sector, the catering industry, and the accommodation sector all reported an increase in employee numbers. The catering industry saw the highest increase, with a 1.2% rise in employment compared to the previous year. The accommodation sector followed closely behind with a 0.3% increase, while the hospitality industry as a whole reported a 0.9% increase in employment.
It is important to note that these figures are preliminary results of the monthly statistics on the hospitality industry and do not yet include final adjustments for inflation or seasonality. The data on the nominal turnover of the catering industry and accommodation sector in the first half of 2025 have not been provided.
As the year progresses, it will be interesting to see how the hospitality sector in Saxony-Anhalt adapts and recovers from these initial challenges. The industry, which includes the areas of accommodation and catering, plays a crucial role in the state's economy and tourism industry. With continued support and innovation, it is hoped that the sector will bounce back and continue to thrive.
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