Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Bulgaria compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Bulgaria
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#25 In EuropeBusiness
#10 In EuropeEmployees
#15 In EuropeWages
#23 In EuropeEurope's Collection Agencies and Credit Bureaux industry has contended with numerous challenges in recent years. Lending activity has been muted as businesses became cautious about borrowing in the face of turbulent economic conditions and rising interest rates, draining the pool of debt available for collection. Revenue is expected to fall at a compound annual rate of 3.8% over the five years through 2024 to €19.6 billion, including an estimated decline of 3.2% in 2024.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria
| 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 Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria 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 Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria in 2024?
The market size of the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria is €24.1m in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry in 2024?
There are 209 businesses in the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.7 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria has been declining at a CAGR of 0.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria is expected to grow.
What does the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria include?
Credit reporting and Debt rating are part of the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry.
How competitive is the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus industry in Bulgaria.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
- Head Office Activities & Management Consultants in Bulgaria
- Specialised Office Administrative Services in Bulgaria
- Call Centres in Bulgaria
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry involves the activities of collection agencies and credit bureaux, such as the collection of payments and the compiling of information on credit and employment histories.
Related Terms
MandateTitleDurable GoodsWhat's included in this industry?
Credit reportingDebt ratingContingent-fee servicingPortfolio-acquisition servicingFixed-fee servicingCollateral recoveryCompanies
Industry Code
8291 - Activities of collection agencies and credit bureaus in Bulgaria
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- 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 Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Rising debt issuance supports demand. Debt issuance picked up at the tail-end of 2023 as investors bet on the end of rate hikes, lifting demand.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Bulgaria
- Total Exports into Bulgaria
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
Economies of scale ratchet up concentration. Bigger companies like Intrum and Experian dominate the market, offering diverse services to meet varying client needs, from debt collection to credit reporting.
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 Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria 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
Stringent regulations govern data handling, credit reporting and debt collection practices. Continuous monitoring of and adherence to these regulations is essential for credit bureaux to maintain trust and operate successfully.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Technological advancements aid profitability. Collection agencies increasingly implement AI-driven solutions to improve risk assessment capabilities, leading to better decision-making.
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 Collection Agencies & Credit Bureaus in Bulgaria 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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