Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in France compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data France
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#2 In EuropeBusiness
#1 In EuropeEmployees
#3 In EuropeWages
#3 In EuropeThe book and periodical publishing industry is undergoing a period of change. The COVID-19 pandemic's stay-at-home orders and social distancing measures accelerated consumers' use of online and digital platforms, leading to declining revenue for traditional print publishers. Digital platforms, from social media to streaming services and news websites, experienced a surge in use, creating more competition for publishers. In the five years through 2024, publishing revenue is projected to drop at a compound annual rate of 5.8%, to reach €97.2 billion.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France
| 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 | |
Axel Springer SE | 3,685.5 | 306.0 | 8.3 |
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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 France in 2024?
The market size of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in France is €17.9bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France industry in 2024?
There are 13,721 businesses in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in France has been declining at a CAGR of 2.7 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in France over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in France is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing market in France?
The biggest companies operating in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing market in France are Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH & Co KG, Lagardere SCA and Axel Springer SE
What does the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France include?
Book publishing and Newspaper and magazine publishing are part of the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France?
The company holding the most market share in France is Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH & Co KG.
How competitive is the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in France?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing industry in France.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Film, Video & Television Programme Production in France
Complementors
- Bookbinding, Plate Services & Data Imaging Services in France
- Book, Music, Film, Sports Equipment & Games Retailers in France
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 SCAAxel Springer SEIndustry Code
581 - Publishing of books, periodicals and other publishing activities in France
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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 Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France 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 France 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 France industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into France
- Total Exports into France
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
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
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 Book, Newspaper & Magazine Publishing in France located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 7 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
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 France 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 France 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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