In 2023, Spain led the European Net Operating Surplus in retail trade (excluding motor vehicles and motorcycles) with 33.11 million euros, followed by Germany at 26.72 million euros. The Netherlands showed a robust growth rate of 2.1% year-on-year. Conversely, Germany saw a decline of 3.68%, and Greece experienced the most significant drop at 4.91%. Over the past five years, Spain and the Netherlands have demonstrated positive growth, while countries like Luxembourg and Greece have faced declining trends in their net operating surplus.
Future trends to watch include:
- Spain's potential continued dominance in the market.
- Germany's efforts to recover from its recent decline.
- The Netherlands' sustained positive growth trajectory.
- Potential market shifts or economic policies impacting Greece and Luxembourg negatively.
- Emerging retail innovations and digital transformations affecting the European retail landscape.
Top countries in Net Operating Surplus in Retail Trade (Except of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles) Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 33.11 | 2023 | +0.73% | +0.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 26.72 | 2023 | -0.68% | -3.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 16.33 | 2023 | +2.13% | +2.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 6.56 | 2023 | -0.12% | +0.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 5.97 | 2023 | +1.53% | +1.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 3.94 | 2023 | -2.33% | -1.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 3.45 | 2023 | -4.96% | -4.91% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 2.69 | 2023 | +0.93% | +0.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.84 | 2023 | +2.51% | +2.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 0.25 | 2023 | -11.41% | -7.12% | View data |
