Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Portugal compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Portugal
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#16 In EuropeBusiness
#13 In EuropeEmployees
#12 In EuropeWages
#15 In EuropeThe European motor vehicle wholesaling and retailing industry’s revenue is forecast to slump at a compound annual rate of 5.1% over the five years through 2024 to €1,321.8 billion, with a projected decline of 1.9% in 2024. The COVID-19 pandemic stalled demand for new car sales as many showrooms temporarily closed in line with social distancing restrictions and financial uncertainty dissuaded big ticket purchases. The pandemic also contributed to a semiconductor shortage, leading to a substantial backorder at many car dealerships. Revenue slumped through 2022 but made a comeback in 2023 as the semiconductor shortage eased. In the 9 months through September 2023, the EU and UK and car market grew by 16.9% and 20.2% respectively, according to the ACEA and SMMT, marking a hefty rebound in car sales. This surge in car sales boosts profitability for many car dealers.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Volkswagen AG | 355,755.0 | 28,187.0 | 7.9 | |
Stellantis NV | 205,710.0 | 31,700.0 | 15.4 | |
Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA | 353,977.3 | 25,840.3 | 7.3 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal in 2024?
The market size of the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal is €18.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry in 2024?
There are 7,303 businesses in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal has been declining at a CAGR of 0.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing market in Portugal?
The biggest companies operating in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing market in Portugal are Volkswagen AG, Stellantis NV and Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA
What does the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal include?
Diesel vehicles and Petrol vehicles are part of the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal?
The company holding the most market share in Portugal is Volkswagen AG.
How competitive is the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing industry in Portugal.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Car Rental & Leasing in Portugal
- Airport Operation in Portugal
Complementors
- Motor Vehicle Repair & Maintenance Services in Portugal
- Motor Vehicle Parts Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal
- Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in Portugal
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry sell new and used cars. The industry includes retailers (which sell directly to consumers) and wholesalers (which sell to car dealers). Passenger motor vehicles and specialised motor vehicles fall under this industry.
Related Terms
LIGHT MOTOR VEHICLESPORTS UTILITY VEHICLEALTERNATIVELY FUELLED VEHICLEWhat's included in this industry?
Diesel vehiclesPetrol vehiclesElectric vehiclesCommercial vehiclesCompanies
Volkswagen AGStellantis NVToyota Motor Europe NV/SAIndustry Code
451 - Sale of motor vehicles in Portugal
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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 Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Commercial vehicles are increasingly electric battery powered. Fleet managers are raising the number of electric vehicles in their fleet to reduce emissions and lower fuel costs.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Portugal
- Total Exports into Portugal
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
The industry is concentrated at the continental level. While a few companies like Volkswagen, Renault and BMW boast a substantial market share in Europe, there are regional variations in concentration (i.e. Lada dominates the Russian car market).
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 Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Future bans on new petrol and diesel car sales intensify. The UK and the EU will effectively ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030 and 2035 respectively to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
A semiconductor shortage leads to severe lost sales opportunities.
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 Motor Vehicle Wholesaling & Retailing in Portugal 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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