Hugo Stinnes took over the DAZ in 1920 in an effort to secure industrialist influence. Stinnes invested in the newspaper, and it enjoyed a short period of financial success. The DAZ became increasingly conservative.
In 1920, Hugo Stinnes's acquisition of the DAZ marked a significant effort to expand his industrial network. He subsequently invested in the publication, and it enjoyed a brief period of financial stability. As a result, the DAZ underwent a shift towards conservatism over time.