In 2023, the number of enterprises in the retail sale of carpets, rugs, wall, and floor coverings in specialized stores in Italy stood at approximately 1.07 thousand. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a gradual decline, with a projected decrease by the end of 2028 to 0.929 thousand enterprises. The year-on-year change from 2024 to 2025 shows a decline of 2.88%, followed by 2.67% from 2025 to 2026, and 2.75% from 2026 to 2027. The average annual decline, based on the compound annual growth rate (CAGR), over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, is forecasted at around 2.8%.

Future trends to watch for:

Shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and eco-friendly floor coverings.
The impact of online retail growth on specialized store numbers.
Regulatory changes in environmental standards influencing product offerings.
Technological advancements in textile manufacturing and digital shopping experiences.