In 2023, the United Kingdom led European book exports, achieving notable growth of 0.96% over the previous year. Germany and Poland also held strong market positions, with modest growth. The Netherlands saw a significant rise of 10.22%, while Latvia and Slovenia experienced remarkable increases of 10.72% and 9.23%, respectively. On the other hand, Spain and Ireland faced declines, highlighting varying regional performance.
Looking ahead, watch for continued expansion in Poland and the Netherlands. Countries like Latvia and Slovenia may also sustain momentum. Monitoring technological advancements and digital trends in book publishing will be key for future growth opportunities across Europe.
Top countries in Books Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 2,362,300 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,575,300 | 2023 | +2.71% | +0.036% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 1,202,800 | 2023 | +4.39% | +5.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 985,000 | 2023 | +9.31% | +10.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 680,350 | 2023 | -10.45% | +1.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 584,450 | 2023 | -1.75% | +7.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 425,880 | 2023 | +4.13% | +0.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 424,520 | 2023 | -3.11% | -4.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 275,630 | 2023 | -3.94% | -3.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 161,890 | 2023 | +4.25% | +10.72% | View data |
