Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Italy compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Italy
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#5 In EuropeBusiness
#7 In EuropeEmployees
#7 In EuropeWages
#5 In EuropeThe Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy ranks 5 in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (€14.4bn). Revenue received by operators in Italy has been low in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (5.8 %) most comparable to...
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy in 2024?
The market size of the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy is €14.4bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy industry in 2024?
There are 28,358 businesses in the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy has been declining at a CAGR of 5.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy is expected to grow.
What does the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy include?
Apparel and Fashion and Electronics and Gadgets are part of the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry.
How competitive is the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing industry in Italy.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Supermarkets & Grocery Stores in Italy
- Department Stores in Italy
- Food, Drink & Tobacco Stores in Italy
- Tobacco Retailing in Italy
- Information & Communication Equipment Retailing in Italy
- Household Textiles, Hardware, Carpets, Appliance & Furniture Retailers in Italy
- Book, Music, Film, Sports Equipment & Games Retailers in Italy
Complementors
- Food & Drink Wholesaling in Italy
- Clothing, Textiles & Footwear Wholesaling in Italy
- Household Goods Wholesaling in Italy
- Machinery, Equipment & Supplies Wholesaling in Italy
- Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling in Italy
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry encompasses retail sales conducted through mail order houses or online. Buyers select products based on advertisements, catalogues, or website information and place orders via mail, phone, or online. Purchased products may be digitally downloaded or physically delivered to the customer's location.
What's included in this industry?
Apparel and FashionElectronics and GadgetsBooks and MediaHome and GardenHealth and BeautyGames, toys, recreational and sporting goodsOtherIndustry Code
479 - Retail trade not in stores, stalls or markets in Italy
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
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy
- Employees in the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy
- Business in the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy
- Profit in the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy
Current Performance
Analysis
How does this country's performance compare to Europe?
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
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 Mail Order, Online & Direct Retailing in Italy 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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