In 2023, the United Kingdom led European book publishing wages at 25.63 million euros, with Germany closely trailing at 24.8 million euros. France showed a significant increase with a 10.91% rise, while countries like Spain and Italy saw slight declines. Notable growth occurred in Romania (15.33%) and Bulgaria (13.82%), contrasting with downturns in Hungary (-12.34%) and Cyprus (-12.94%). Over five years, these fluctuations indicate shifts in market dynamics and regional priority changes.
Future trends to watch include potential digital transformation impacts, shifts driven by economic environments, and emerging markets in Eastern Europe contributing to the overall wage structure in the publishing sector.
Top countries in Wages and Salaries of Book Publishing Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 25.63 | 2023 | +0.99% | +1.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 24.8 | 2023 | +2.52% | +2.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 17.38 | 2023 | +6.24% | +10.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.01 | 2023 | -2.36% | -1.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 5.66 | 2023 | +0.065% | -0.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 2.63 | 2023 | -0.49% | -1.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2.41 | 2023 | +0.23% | -0.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.37 | 2023 | +0.55% | +0.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 1.72 | 2023 | +1.19% | +2.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 1.66 | 2023 | -0.77% | -3.52% | View data |
