Industry Statistics and Trends
Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe key trends
The pandemic accelerated traditional publishing's downfall.
As consumers shifted towards digital platforms under lockdown, dipping revenues and hampered distribution forced publishers to rethink strategies for their struggling print outlets.
Self-publishing gains popularity, challenging traditional publishers.
Increasingly, individuals are harnessing digital platforms and social media to produce and distribute their content independently.
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Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 5.8 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €97.2bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
The pandemic accelerated the decline of traditional publishing
- The COVID-19 pandemic caused shrinking revenue for publishers across the industry as consumers shifted their spending patterns due to stay-at-home orders and social distancing measures.
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Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Self-publishing is becoming easier
- Publishing companies are having to contend with more individuals creating their own content that bypasses publishers.
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Revenue
€97.2bn
Employees
612k
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH & Co KG | 4,035.5 | 282.5 | 7.0 | |
Lagardere SCA | 8,370.0 | 512.3 | 6.1 | |
News Corporation | 11,556.2 | 881.5 | 7.6 |
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Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe is €97.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 80,875 businesses in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 5.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe include?
Book publishing and Newspaper and magazine publishing are part of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry is France.
How competitive is the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Luxembourg
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Russia
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Czechia
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Belgium
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Hungary
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Denmark
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Malta
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Croatia
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Austria
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Lithuania
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Poland
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Cyprus
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Estonia
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Iceland
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Greece
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Romania
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Slovakia
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Italy
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Sweden
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Turkey
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Latvia
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Spain
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Portugal
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Serbia
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in the Netherlands
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Switzerland
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Finland
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Slovenia
- Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Bulgaria
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry includes activities of publishing books, newspapers, magazines and other periodicals, directories and mailing lists, and other works, including photos, engravings, postcards, timetables, forms, posters and reproductions of works of art.
Related Terms
ImprintE-BookReadershipWhat's included in this industry?
Book publishing Newspaper and magazine publishing JournalsOther publishing activitiesCompanies
Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH & Co KGLagardere SCANews CorporationIndustry Code
581 - Publishing of books, periodicals and other publishing activities in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
The pandemic accelerated the decline of traditional publishing
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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 in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
European publishers pivot to digital to broaden reach. Adapting to new consumer behaviours, several traditional newspaper and magazine companies are shifting from print to online platforms.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
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)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Sheer scale of the industry limits concentration. The vast array of newspaper, book and journal publications, both online and printed, limits the level of market concentration, despite the presence of many multinational companies.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Lagardere SCA
- Countries of operation for News Corporation
- Countries of operation for Axel Springer SE
- Countries of operation for Penguin Random House LLC
- Countries of operation for DPG Media Group NV
- Countries of operation for Ernst Klett AG
- Countries of operation for Pearson plc
- Countries of operation for Wolters Kluwer NV
- Countries of operation for RELX plc
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Publishers are limited by copywrite. Publishers are limited by copywriting laws that forbid them from stealing the creative content of other rights holders. However, copywrite protections have a time limit and then enter the public domain.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Surging printing prices impact publishing profit. Publishers faced escalating operating costs due to swelling wage demands and a hike in paper manufacturing prices.
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 Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in Europe 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)
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