Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
Walking papers
The Paper Wholesaling industry will continue to experience declines in revenue over the next five years, though increased business and consumer spending on advertising, publications and printed materials will marginally bolster industry sales. Still, the increasing trend of wholesale bypass and competition from digital media will hamper revenue and profit growth... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Starting a New Business Chapter
The Paper Wholesaling industry has low barriers to entry, primarily given the relatively low capital requirements needed to start a business. Since this industry has entered into the decline stage of its life cycle, entrants have decreased as revenue growth from existing firms has dropped. However, industry competition continues to remain high because there are still a significant number of firms in the industry. The level of industry assistance is also low, as there is no governmental assistance provided for the industry. Start-up costs vary depending on the scale of operations, as well as the individual wholesaling operation. New businesses will need to secure a warehouse, or an operational facility, as well as equipment such as computers, vehicles and forklifts... purchase to read more