Germany remains the leading European exporter of recorded media, films, and video games, valued at 1.0043 billion euros, despite a 12.4% decline in 2023. The Czech Republic, Austria, and the Netherlands follow, contributing notably to Europe's exports, although each faced contractions between 4.6% and 5.4%. Ireland, Denmark, Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, and Luxembourg experienced positive growth, indicating potential emerging markets. Notably, Ireland grew by 4.02%, and Denmark by 13.25%. In contrast, countries like Cyprus, Serbia, and Malta saw significant downturns, with declines of over 19%.
Future trends to monitor include the expansion of digital distribution channels across Europe, innovations in interactive media, and heightened collaborations between European countries aimed at increasing competitiveness in the global market. Additionally, the impact of technological advancements and policy changes on digital rights management will be crucial to watch over the coming years.
Top countries in Recorded Media, Films and Video Games Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,004,300 | 2023 | -6.26% | -12.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 701,730 | 2023 | +3.21% | -5.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 513,120 | 2023 | -4.17% | -4.8% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 506,460 | 2023 | -20.48% | -4.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 466,320 | 2023 | +4.94% | -4.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 424,100 | 2023 | +0.24% | -3.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 371,340 | 2023 | -7.78% | -6.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 323,750 | 2023 | -14.33% | +4.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 150,720 | 2023 | +1.64% | -2.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 97,020 | 2023 | -6.56% | +13.25% | View data |
