RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slight to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, Handelsblatt maintains a Right-Center bias due to its focus on business-friendly policies and economic liberalism while occasionally demonstrating center-left tendencies on sustainability and government intervention. Its reporting is highly factual based on proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (2.1)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.0)
Country: Germany
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Handelsblatt is a leading German-language business and financial newspaper headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in 1946, The newspaper focuses on business, finance, and economic policy while covering international markets and trends. Known for its in-depth analysis and commentary, Handelsblatt caters to professionals, investors, and policymakers.
Read our profile on Germany’s media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
Handelsblatt is published by the Handelsblatt Media Group, which also owns other notable publications like Wirtschaftswoche. The Media Group is a subsidiary of Dieter von Holtzbrinck Media GmbH (venture capital fund). Its revenue model primarily relies on subscriptions, advertisements, and sponsored content. Details about its editorial board and leadership can be found on the Impressum page.
Analysis /Bias
Handelsblatt is a prominent German business newspaper known for its free-market orientation. It supports liberal economic principles prioritizing market competition and minimal government intervention, which is typical of financial publications catering to the business community. However, it also reflects center-left tendencies on issues such as climate change and government intervention in sustainability. For instance, in the article “Comeback of industrial policy – How the state can help to create the green transition,” Handelsblatt discusses the need for state intervention to foster sustainable economic development, especially in response to climate change and global competition. The article argues that while industrial policy was once dismissed as anti-competitive, the current global challenges demand that the government play a more active role in guiding industries toward green technologies and digital transformation. This is a departure from traditional free-market advocacy and suggests a left-leaning approach to addressing environmental and social challenges.
In the article titled “Nach Anschlag in Magdeburg: Man sollte Elon Musk angehen, wo es ihm weh tut” (Elon Musk should be attacked where it hurts), Handelsblatt takes a critical tone towards Elon Musk, particularly his role in enabling misinformation on social media. The article argues that Musk should be targeted “where it hurts,” suggesting that his financial interests should be impacted to hold him accountable. This framing reflects a critical stance against Musk’s influence, especially regarding the spread of misinformation.
Similarly, in its coverage of Maximilian Krah, a Far-right AfD politician running for the Bundestag, Handelsblatt provides factual reporting without endorsing or condemning his views.
In addition, Handelsblatt often utilizes content from DPA (German Press Agency), a trusted wire service known for neutral and fact-based reporting, ensuring a level of objectivity in its coverage, even when discussing politically charged issues.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, Handelsblatt maintains a Right-Center bias due to its focus on business-friendly policies and economic liberalism while occasionally demonstrating center-left tendencies on sustainability and government intervention. Its reporting is highly factual based on proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (M. Huitsing 12/22/2024)
Source: https://www.handelsblatt.com/
Last Updated on December 22, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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