The number of enterprises in the construction sector for roads and railways in France is projected to decline steadily from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 863 enterprises in 2024, the forecast shows a decreasing trend with 834 enterprises in 2025, down to 806 in 2026, continuing the decrease to 778 in 2027, and culminating at 750 in 2028. Assuming actual data until 2023 were stable around this number, the projected year-on-year decline implies about a 3% average decrease annually. Over the five-year period (2024-2028), the CAGR indicates that the sector is expected to experience a negative growth trend.
Future trends to watch for include potential recovery or further decline influenced by economic factors, policy changes, and infrastructure investment plans. Environmental considerations and technological advancements could also significantly impact this sector's landscape, possibly reversing or accelerating the downtrend.
