In 2023, Germany led European production of knives and scissors, holding almost 30% of the market share, followed closely by Spain with 28.46%. Portugal and Italy together contributed approximately 30%, while France provided 7.1%. Smaller contributions came from Finland, Slovenia, and Denmark, with Denmark experiencing the most significant growth at 24.95%. Finland also showed positive growth at 4.52%, whereas Germany, Spain, and Portugal saw declines.
Future trends to watch:
- Continued growth in Scandinavian countries like Denmark, driven by niche artisanal production.
- Potential shifts in manufacturing in larger markets like Germany and Spain due to technological advancements.
- Impact of sustainability initiatives possibly increasing production costs in more established economies.
Top countries in Sold Production of Knives (Except for Machines) and Scissors and Blades Thereof Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 8 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 29.93 | 2023 | -5.02% | -4.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 28.46 | 2023 | +1.78% | -0.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 18.81 | 2023 | -0.32% | -5.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 11.29 | 2021 | -16.57% | -12.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.1 | 2021 | -75.83% | -22.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 2.21 | 2023 | +2.37% | +4.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 0.39 | 2023 | +6.81% | +0.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 0.16 | 2023 | +17.35% | +24.95% | View data |
