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
#3 In EuropeEmployees
#4 In EuropeWages
#2 In EuropeThe Meat Processing and Preserving industry in Europe has faced a stark decline over the past five years despite receiving government support. Over the five years through 2024, revenue is forecast to drop at a compound annual rate of 4% to €330.2 billion. Growth in meat consumption has been weak, with environmental and health consciousness among consumers driving a swelling vegan and vegetarian trend. However, public policies, particularly in the EU, have favoured the meat industry over its plant-based counterparts. Even so, meat processing establishments have struggled to sustain sales amid soaring inflation.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Meat Processing in France
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Groupe Bigard SA | 5,928.7 | 165.4 | 2.8 | |
Tönnies Holding ApS & Co KG | 6,389.1 | 163.9 | 2.6 | |
Bell Food Group | 4,774.2 | 171.4 | 3.6 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Meat Processing industry in France in 2024?
The market size of the Meat Processing industry in France is €47.3bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Meat Processing in France industry in 2024?
There are 5,753 businesses in the Meat Processing industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Meat Processing industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Meat Processing industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 1.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Meat Processing industry in France over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Meat Processing industry in France is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Meat Processing market in France?
The biggest companies operating in the Meat Processing market in France are Groupe Bigard SA, Tönnies Holding ApS & Co KG and Bell Food Group
What does the Meat Processing in France include?
Beef and Veal are part of the Meat Processing industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Meat Processing in France?
The company holding the most market share in France is Groupe Bigard SA.
How competitive is the Meat Processing industry in France?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Meat Processing industry in France.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Seafood Processing in France
- Fruit & Vegetable Processing in France
Complementors
- Dairy Product Production in France
- Prepared Meal Production in France
- Animal Feed Production in France
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry process livestock to produce red meat. They operate slaughterhouses, produce fresh, chilled or frozen meat as carcasses and cuts and produce by-products like rendered lard, tallow, offal and pulled wool. Industry participants also bone, preserve and pack meat.
Related Terms
CarcassDeboningCuringRedneringWhat's included in this industry?
BeefVealLambMuttonPorkPoultryRabbitCompanies
Groupe Bigard SATönnies Holding ApS & Co KGBell Food GroupIndustry Code
101 - Processing and preserving of meat 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 Meat Processing in France industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Meat Processing in France industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Meat Processing in France industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Meat Processing in France industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Pork is the top revenue generator for meat processors in Europe. The variety of pork products on offer fuels strong demand for pork, while health concerns around beef limit it to second place.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Meat Processing in France industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Meat Processing in France industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Meat Processing 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
Market share concentration varies by country. Germany, France and the UK are much more concentrated than other European nations, since a few major players dominate in these countries.
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 Meat Processing 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
Meat processors are subject to stringent regulations. Legislation covers aspects like food safety, animal welfare and environmental standards. It aim to ensure high-quality products, ethical practices and environmental sustainability.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Meat Processing in France industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Sustainable practices drive profit growth. A growing interest in ethically sourced, environmentally friendly options encourages processors to conserve waste and energy and allows them to raise 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 Meat Processing 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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