Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Spain compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Spain
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#6 In EuropeBusiness
#4 In EuropeEmployees
#4 In EuropeWages
#5 In EuropeOver the five years through 2024, European metal and metal ore wholesalers’ revenue is expected to dip by 3.5% to €283.4 billion, including a 4.3% contraction in 2024. COVID-19 significantly disrupted key downstream buying activity, with construction and manufacturing output stuttering, limiting demand for key metals like steel or aluminium. As the pandemic eased, investment in the two sectors picked up, helping to stimulate sales of metals. In line with a weakened travel industry, the aircraft industry has been slow to recover, constraining the need for metal parts like carbon fibre. Economic uncertainty spread among many European countries since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, sparking sales of precious metals like gold and silver, as they’re considered safe investments. Subdued economic growth and crippling central bank interest rate rises have stemmed investment in volatile assets like metals and metal ores, while new construction work is hard to come by.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ArcelorMittal SA | 76,351.8 | 10,003.2 | 13.1 | |
Glencore plc | 236,429.0 | 21,421.1 | 9.1 | |
Heraeus Holding GmbH | 29,529.2 | 581.9 | 2.0 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain in 2024?
The market size of the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain is €12.5bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry in 2024?
There are 2,384 businesses in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain, which has grown at a CAGR of 5.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain has been declining at a CAGR of 2.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling market in Spain?
The biggest companies operating in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling market in Spain are ArcelorMittal SA, Glencore plc and Heraeus Holding GmbH
What does the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain include?
Ferrous metals and Non-ferrous metals are part of the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain?
The company holding the most market share in Spain is ArcelorMittal SA.
How competitive is the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling industry in Spain.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Waste, Scrap & Other Product Wholesaling n.e.c. in Spain
Complementors
- Construction Materials, Equipment & Supplies Wholesaling in Spain
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Firms operating in the industry wholesale ferrous and non-ferrous metals and ores. They also wholesale semi-finished metal products, gold and other precious metals. Industry activities also include value-added services, including cutting and shaping of metal products.
Related Terms
Metal OreIngotNon-FerrousWhat's included in this industry?
Ferrous metalsNon-ferrous metalsPrecious metals and other metalsMetal oresCompanies
ArcelorMittal SAGlencore plcHeraeus Holding GmbHIndustry Code
4662 - Wholesale of metals and metal ores in Spain
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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 Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Specific metals have substantial roles to play in decarbonisation. Metals like lithium, which are crucial in the manufacture of batteries for electric vehicles, are growing heavily in demand.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Spain
- Total Exports into Spain
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
Only a couple of wholesalers boast a significant market share. Glencore and ArcelorMittal are the only companies with an estimated market share of over 5%, although there are likely to be significant regional variations.
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 Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 5 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Sustainable products and ethical sourcing make up primary regulatory concerns. In most European countries, regulation is tightening on carbon emissions, resource extraction and recycling, forcing wholesalers to source and supply metals with certifications.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit is dented by adapting to the green transition. Wholesalers are finding that profit is taking a short term beating as operations are adjusted to meet the demand for green metals, with hefty costs associated with compliance.
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 Metal & Metal Ore Wholesaling in Spain 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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