Forecast: Turnover of Software Publishing in the Netherlands

The turnover of software publishing in the Netherlands witnessed significant growth and fluctuation over the past decade. In 2013, the turnover was at 47.9 million euros, which dipped to 42.2 million euros in 2014, reflecting an 11.9% decrease. However, a noticeable upward trend started again from 2015, with a 6.87% increase, continuing steadily to 2023. In 2023, the sector stood at a robust 94.2 million euros. The last two years saw a 6.87% and 6.2% year-on-year growth, respectively. The CAGR for the past five years (2018-2023) averaged at a healthy 7.97%.

Forecasts predict continued growth, albeit at a slower pace, with an estimated turnover of 119.7 million euros by 2028. The expected 5-year CAGR for this period is 3.74%, anticipating a 20.18% overall growth.

Future trends to watch for include the increasing demand for cloud-based solutions, the rise of AI and machine learning applications in software, and the potential impact of regulatory changes on data privacy and security.