Germany’s recorded music sales grew 1.4% in the first half of 2025, marking a significant slowdown

Germany sees sharp deceleration in its recorded-music growth

Germany’s recorded music market grew by 1.4% in the first half of 2025, down from 7.6% growth in the same period last year. The figures reveal a 13.2% decline in physical sales, while audio-streaming growth slowed from 12.7% to 3.8%. BVMI’s boss sees “exciting growth potential” still, but Germany could be overtaken by China as […] The post is from Music Ally.

Germany’s recorded music sales grew 1.4% in the first half of 2025, marking a significant slowdown

The country's recorded music industry trade group is urging the EU to create the conditions needed for an AI licensing marketplace Source