The European Publishing Production Index for 2024 shows Romania leading with a high index of 18.36, up from 18.73 in 2023. Sweden is slightly behind with 17.88. Czech Republic, Hungary, and France follow, indicating steady progress in the past years. Germany and Finland are stable, while countries like Latvia and Slovenia face declines. Year-on-year growth rates reveal Romania as the top performer, while Slovakia experiences negative trends. The five-year CAGR suggests moderate growth in countries like Romania and the Czech Republic, with others stagnating or declining.
Future trends to watch include the digital transformation of publishing which could impact traditional production metrics. Countries heavily investing in digital technologies might see increased index values despite declines in traditional print media. Environmental policies could also influence production methods and index values by encouraging sustainable practices.
Top countries in Publishing Production Index by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Indexes 2015 = 100, Calendar Adjusted | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 183.6 | 2022 | +9.16% | +18.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 178.8 | 2021 | +4.44% | +5.39% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 147.4 | 2022 | +1.24% | +5.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 132.4 | 2022 | -4.47% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 France | 119.8 | 2022 | +4.26% | +2.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 110.4 | 2022 | -11.89% | +1.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 99.2 | 2022 | +4.09% | +1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 94.5 | 2022 | +1.61% | +0.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 94 | 2022 | +25% | -3.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 81.2 | 2022 | +1.63% | -2.42% | View data |