The number of high-growth enterprises in software publishing in Italy has shown a positive trend from 2013 to 2023, starting from 3 enterprises in 2013 and reaching 16 enterprises in 2023. Over this period, there were notable fluctuations, with significant growth between 2013 and 2014 (100%) and a steady increase in more recent years, such as a 6.67% rise from 2022 to 2023. However, some years experienced declines, like the 14.29% drop in 2020. The five-year CAGR ending in 2023 stood at 7.78%.
Looking forward to the forecasted data from 2024 to 2028, the number of high-growth enterprises is expected to continue its upward trend, reaching 20 by 2028. The anticipated five-year CAGR from 2023 to 2028 is 3.3%, reflecting a more moderate but consistent growth rate. The forecasted growth rate over this period is 17.65%.
Future trends to watch for in this sector include the emergence of new market disruptors, advancements in technology such as AI and blockchain, and Italy's overall economic environment impacting investment in high-growth enterprises. Additionally, regulatory changes and global market dynamics could play significant roles in shaping the future landscape of the software publishing industry in Italy.