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
#4 In EuropeBusiness
#1 In EuropeEmployees
#1 In EuropeWages
#7 In EuropeOver the five years through 2024, third-party wholesalers’ revenue is forecast to contract at a compound annual rate of 7%% to €336.1 billion. Strong economic headwinds have faced third-party wholesalers and their respective downstream markets, namely the fallout from the COVID-19 outbreak, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and crippling interest rates and price inflation. The diverse range of products supplied by third-party wholesalers has acted to reduce its vulnerability to volatile prices in commodity markets and dips in construction and manufacturing output in many European countries. The COVID-19 pandemic hit supply chains with severe disruption, sparking product shortages and rising costs associated with order fulfilment. Compliance costs are growing for wholesalers as regulations tighten on data collection, product and environmental standards. Central bankers have upped interest rates in a bid to reign in inflation, leading to substantial borrowing costs, which discourage investment in new construction projects. Revenue is anticipated to drop by 4.2% in 2024, heavily constrained by stuttering construction output in many European countries.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Metro AG | 33,327.8 | 499.9 | 1.5 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy in 2024?
The market size of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy is €25.3bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry in 2024?
There are 213k businesses in the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy, which has grown at a CAGR of 1.8 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy has been declining at a CAGR of 0.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Third-Party Wholesaling market in Italy?
The biggest company operating in the Third-Party Wholesaling market in Italy is Metro AG
What does the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy include?
Textiles, leather and clothing and Agricultural goods are part of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy?
The company holding the most market share in Italy is Metro AG.
How competitive is the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Italy.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Agricultural Product Wholesaling in Italy
- Food & Drink Wholesaling in Italy
Complementors
- Supermarkets & Grocery Stores in Italy
- Warehousing & Storage in Italy
International industries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Third-party wholesalers purchase products in bulk at discounted rates and then resell them to businesses, often at lower prices than dealing directly with the manufacturer or producer. Third-party wholesalers boost upstream producers' reach and simplify and cheapen distribution for retailers.
Related Terms
Wholesale BypassRADIO-FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION (RFID)AGENTS, BROKERS AND COMMISSION MERCHANTSWhat's included in this industry?
Textiles, leather and clothingAgricultural goodsFood and beveragesFuels, industrial chemicals and metalsCompanies
Metro AGIndustry Code
461 - Wholesale on a fee or contract basis in Italy
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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 Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Sustainable products are popular across all segments. Wholesalers focusing on food, construction supplies and textiles are all finding that downstream buyers are happy to pay a premium for products that meet their sustainability requirements.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Italy
- Total Exports into Italy
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
Consolidation is increasing in the industry. Larger players are snapping up smaller businesses to gain market share, pressuring smaller wholesalers to differentiate themselves and serve niche markets.
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 Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 1 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulations typically are enforced at the manufacturing level. Regulations on product safety are enforced on manufacturers and producers; however, wholesalers must abide by e-commerce regulations, like data collection laws.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Third-Party Wholesaling in Italy industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Intense competition limits profit growth. A highly competitive marketplace and pressure from large retail clients constrain the ability of third-party wholesalers to raise prices and profit.
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 Third-Party Wholesaling 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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