In 2023, Poland led European exports of newspapers, journals, and periodicals, recording a minor growth of 0.17%. Germany and the UK saw significant declines of -14.9% and -8.15% respectively. Other countries like Belgium and the Netherlands experienced notable drops, while Romania, Estonia, Latvia, and Albania registered positive shifts, with Albania showing remarkable growth. Switzerland and Portugal faced severe contractions. Over the last five years, these trends have affected export shares, adapting to shifts in digital consumption and growing environmental concerns.
Future trends to watch entail the ongoing digitalization of media and the impact of environmental policies, which may drive further declines in print media exports. An increase in localized content and partnerships across European borders could bolster digital exports, maintaining economic viability while adjusting to a transforming media landscape.
Top countries in Newspapers, Journals and Periodicals Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 490,710 | 2023 | +13.57% | +0.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 230,890 | 2023 | -20.32% | -14.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 215,140 | 2023 | -8.43% | -8.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 199,190 | 2023 | -3.54% | -1.09% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 155,190 | 2023 | -9.42% | -2.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 47,790 | 2023 | +1.75% | +0.54% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 45,340 | 2023 | -42.69% | -7.31% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 39,950 | 2023 | +2.45% | +7.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 36,020 | 2023 | +2.61% | +0.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 35,630 | 2023 | -28.41% | -24.32% | View data |
