exportorientierten

Exportorientiert is a German adjective meaning export-oriented. It is commonly used to describe policies, industries, or economies that prioritize the sale of goods and services abroad rather than domestic demand. The inflected form exportorientierten appears with plural nouns in accusative or dative cases, such as die exportorientierten Unternehmen or mit exportorientierten Handelsbeziehungen.

In singular phrases the adjective takes other endings, for example exportorientierte Wirtschaft (feminine) or exportorientierter Markt (masculine), depending on case and article.

Function and implications: An export-oriented approach emphasizes external demand, specialization in tradable sectors, and integration into global value chains. Benefits can include higher growth, economies of scale, and resilience from diversified markets. Risks include exposure to global demand shocks, exchange-rate fluctuations, and policy dependencies on trade partners.

Context: German-speaking economies are frequently described as export-oriented due to large manufacturing sectors and strong performance in exports. Export promotion policies, such as trade agreements, investment incentives, and export credit guarantees, are often discussed in relation to maintaining competitiveness.

See also: export-led growth, international trade, trade policy, globalization.