In 2023, Germany and the United Kingdom led European production value for books and periodicals, with minor declines faced by most top countries, such as Germany (-2.04%) and France (-0.94%). Switzerland (+3.74%) and Croatia (+2.31%) experienced positive growth, while Greece saw a substantial decline (-29.38%). Smaller markets like Denmark, Norway, and Belgium also faced significant reductions, indicating a challenging environment for the industry across various regions.
Future trends to watch include the impact of digital transformation on traditional publishing, potential market recovery in declining countries, and the effect of emerging technologies on content consumption dynamics. These factors may shape the European landscape significantly in the approaching years.
Top countries in Production Value of Books, Periodicals Publishing Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22.49 | 2023 | -1.36% | -2.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 22.26 | 2023 | -0.38% | -0.083% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15.82 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7.2 | 2023 | -1.75% | -3.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5.68 | 2023 | +4.03% | +1.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3.56 | 2023 | -2.64% | -2.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 3.53 | 2023 | +1.26% | +3.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 3.21 | 2023 | -2.31% | -1.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2.06 | 2023 | -2.88% | -2.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1.76 | 2023 | -0.36% | -0.57% | View data |
