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
#3 In EuropeBusiness
#5 In EuropeEmployees
#5 In EuropeWages
#2 In EuropeThe COVID-19 pandemic has inflicted substantial financial hardships on physical bookstores in Europe due to store closures amid lockdown periods. As a result, brick-and-mortar outlets, particularly in France and Italy, have seen significant revenue drops. In contrast, online retailers like Amazon have enjoyed a hike in sales because of their attractive price deals and affordable delivery options. Physical bookshops are adopting modern strategies such as click-and-collect services and home delivery of books to keep up with competitors. Meanwhile, traditional print book sales are dwindling across Europe, with e-books and audiobooks gaining momentum. Industry revenue is forecast to slump at a compound annual rate of 7.7% to €30.6 billion over the five years through 2024, including a projected drop of 6.9% in 2024, when the average industry profit margin is expected to reach 8.4%.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lagardère Travel Retail | 7,206.0 | 332.8 | 4.6 | |
Faber-Castell Aktiengesellschaft | 543.5 | 543.5 | 100.0 | |
Fnac Darty SA | 8,143.6 | 254.1 | 3.1 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France in 2024?
The market size of the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France is €3.8bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France industry in 2024?
There are 12,092 businesses in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.3 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France has been declining at a CAGR of 4.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing market in France?
The biggest companies operating in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing market in France are Lagardère Travel Retail, Faber-Castell Aktiengesellschaft and Fnac Darty SA
What does the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France include?
Books and Newspapers and magazines are part of the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France?
The company holding the most market share in France is Lagardère Travel Retail.
How competitive is the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing industry in France.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry entails specialised retail stores selling books, newspapers and stationery. These items are purchased directly from wholesalers, book publishers, newspaper publishers and stationery manufacturers. Stores that operate solely online are excluded from this industry. E-books and audiobooks are also not included in the industry.
Related Terms
E-COMMERCE E-BOOK SPECIALISED STORESWhat's included in this industry?
BooksNewspapers and magazinesStationeryCompanies
Lagardère Travel RetailFaber-Castell AktiengesellschaftFnac Darty SAIndustry Code
4761 - Retail sale of books, newspapers and stationary in specialized stores 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 & Stationery Retailing in France industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
E-books are becoming more popular. While printed books remain the industry's primary revenue driver, their domination is being challenged by the increasing popularity of e-books and audiobooks.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing 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
Concentration remains low in the industry thanks to independent stores. These small shops, offering unique customer experiences and local ties, diversify the market and resist domination by large chains.
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 & Stationery Retailing in France located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 4 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Book retailers must adhere to regulations safeguarding customer rights. These regulations, centred around the EU's Consumer Rights Directive, standardise consumer rules such as pre-purchase information and order cancellation rights across all EU nations.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Book, Newspaper & Stationery Retailing in France industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profitability in the industry faces threats from online price slashes and shrinking disposable income. Factors like rising merchandise costs, Amazon's lower pricing because of its reduced operation costs, and declining customer confidence are straining profit margin.
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 & Stationery Retailing 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)
Methodology
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