In the first quarter of 2025, the top 5 news applications in Germany demonstrated varied performance trends across downloads, revenue, and active users. This analysis, based on Sensor Tower data, highlights these key metrics.

DER SPIEGEL - Nachrichten saw a significant peak in weekly revenue, reaching approximately $175K in late February. Weekly downloads fluctuated, peaking at 4.1K in the same period, while active users steadily increased from 1.07M to 1.16M by the end of March.

BILD News - Live Nachrichten maintained strong weekly revenue throughout the quarter, with a notable peak at $138K in late February. Downloads began at 8.9K in early January but gradually declined to 4.8K by the end of March. Active users showed an upward trend, growing from 781K to 844K.

SZ Nachrichten experienced a steady revenue stream, peaking at $74K in late February. Downloads decreased over the quarter, starting at 3.4K and ending at 2.1K. Active users rose from 333K to a peak of 405K in mid-February before settling at 348K.

DIE ZEIT – Nachrichten showed an increase in revenue, peaking at $71K in early March. Downloads reached their highest at 8.5K in late February, with active users increasing from 620K to 767K during the same period.

F.A.Z. - Nachrichten recorded a revenue peak of $77K in late February. Downloads were relatively stable, with a slight peak at 3.3K in late February. Active users increased steadily from 155K to 192K by the end of March.

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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: April 2025

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