In 2023, Germany led the European countries with a Gross Fixed Capital Formation in the waste management sector of the printing and reproduction of recorded media, amounting to 5.4 million euros, showing a slight increase of 0.76% from previous years. Ireland experienced a significant rise of 71.88%, reaching 1.5 million euros. Latvia showed stability with no year-on-year change, similar to Slovenia and Spain, with values at 0.3 million and 0.1 million euros, respectively. For Spain, this was part of a decrease by 12.94% from the previous year.
Looking ahead, Germany is expected to sustain moderate growth, driven by technological advancements and stronger sustainability regulations. Ireland's rapid growth might stabilize, but innovation could further boost investment levels. Smaller economies such as Latvia, Slovenia, and Spain may experience fluctuating investment levels due to market volatility and regional policies. Monitoring regulatory changes and digitalization advancements will be crucial for understanding future industry dynamics.
Top countries in Gross Fixed Capital Formation and Acquisition Less Disposals of Non-Produced Non-Financial Assets in Waste Management in Printing and Reproduction of Recorded Media by the Business Sector by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 5.4 | 2023 | +5.88% | +0.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 1.5 | 2023 | +7.14% | +71.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Latvia | 0.3 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovenia | 0.1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 0.1 | 2023 | -50% | -12.94% | View data |
