The number of enterprises in book retail sales in specialized stores in France is on a decline. In 2023, the actual number was higher compared to forecasted data from 2024 to 2028. From 2024 onwards, the sector sees a continuous decrease from 2.38 to 2.1 thousand enterprises. The annual reduction between 2024 and 2025 is approximately 2.9%, and this decline accelerates to an annual rate of around 3.2% from 2025 to 2028.

Key future trends to watch for include:

Increasing digital disruption impacting physical book retail stores.
Shifts in consumer preference towards e-commerce and digital book purchases.
Potential consolidation in the market due to declining enterprise numbers.
Innovative strategies and diversification for specialized stores to remain competitive.