Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Belgium compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Belgium
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#11 In EuropeBusiness
#10 In EuropeEmployees
#14 In EuropeWages
#14 In EuropeIn Europe, industry revenue is expected to contract at a compound annual rate of 6.7% to €35.7 billion in the five years through 2024. The drinks retailing industry has a unique structure. Public health concerns drive the prevalence of state monopolies across The Nordics, except for Denmark. While across the remainder of Europe, the Drinks Retailing industry mainly comprises smaller independent shops and chains.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Drink Retailing in Belgium
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
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There are no companies that hold a large enough market share in the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry for IBISWorld to include in this product.
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium in 2024?
The market size of the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium is €670.8m in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry in 2024?
There are 1,331 businesses in the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium, which has declined at a CAGR of 1.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium has been declining at a CAGR of 3.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium is expected to grow.
What does the Drink Retailing in Belgium include?
Beer and Cider and Wine are part of the Drink Retailing industry.
How competitive is the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Drink Retailing industry in Belgium.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Supermarkets & Grocery Stores in Belgium
- Pubs, Bars & Coffee shops in Belgium
Complementors
- Food & Drink Wholesaling in Belgium
- Drink Manufacturing in Belgium
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Operators in this industry are specialised retailers licensed to sell alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to end consumers.
Related Terms
OFF-LICENCE SPARKLING WINE SUGAR TAXWhat's included in this industry?
Beer and CiderWine Spirits Non-alcoholic beveragesCompanies
Industry Code
4722 - Retail sale of beverages in specialized stores in Belgium
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Age influences purchasing preferences. Young, price-conscious consumers flock to supermarkets, whereas older, experience-driven buyers favour drink retailers, aiming to support local businesses and seek out premium brands.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Belgium
- Total Exports into Belgium
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
The European Food Retailing industry is highly fragmented. Regionally specific beverage preferences, customer loyalty to local retailers and the ability of off-licences to satisfy niche market segments add to the industry's fragmentation.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Drink Retailing in Belgium located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 0 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulations widen significantly throughout the continent. Drink retailing regulations vary widely based on country's attitudes towards alcohol consumption, with the UK adopting stricter controls to mitigate health concerns while other countries prioritise a more liberal approach.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit dwindles amid stiff competition. Drink retailers are finding it tough to maintain profitability as rising competition from supermarkets and online delivery services forces them to drop prices and invest in delivery options.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Drink Retailing in Belgium industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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