Based on the forecast from 2024 to 2028, the number of enterprises in the wholesale of metals and metal ores sector in France is set to experience a consistent decline. Starting from 837 enterprises in 2024, the figure is expected to drop progressively to 700 by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease, with an average annual reduction rate calculated through the CAGR over the five-year forecast period. In 2023, the sector showed signs of stabilization, setting a precedent for the predicted downturn.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from global economic fluctuations, shifts in supply chain dynamics, technological advancements in commodity trading, and new market entrants which could influence market consolidation and competitiveness in this sector.
