The gross investment in the warehousing and storage sector in France has shown fluctuating trends over the past years. Despite occasional increases in 2016 and 2020, the general trend has been downward. For example, from 2013 to 2023, investments declined by more than half, standing at 0.525 billion euros in 2023. Year-on-year variations reveal significant investment decreases, like -41.54% in 2014 and -31.31% in 2021. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been -0.68%, indicating a general decline. Future forecasts predict a continuous decrease, with a projected 5-year CAGR of -4.45% until 2028, resulting in a 20.37% drop.
Future trends to watch for:
-Automation and technological advancements in warehousing.
-Increased demand for e-commerce driving short-term investment spikes.
-Changes in supply chain strategies post-pandemic affecting long-term investments.
-Potential regulatory changes and sustainability initiatives impacting the sector.
