In 2023, Germany led the European Net Operating Surplus in Electricity, Gas, and Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management, and Remediation Activities with a significant share and a modest year-on-year growth of 3.89%. France and Belgium displayed notable growth with 5.36% and 8.5% increases, respectively. Spain and Greece showed slight declines, while Italy and Latvia remained stable. Luxembourg and Slovenia experienced negative surplus values. Over the last five years, the average annual variation highlights resilience in Germany and France's markets, contrasting with stagnation or negative growth in some smaller economies.
Looking forward, European countries should monitor environmental regulations, technological innovations, and geopolitical influences affecting energy and utility sectors. The push towards renewable energy and sustainable practices may impact the surplus value dynamics, favoring countries investing in green infrastructure and technology. Economic conditions and energy demand shifts will continue to shape the future trajectory of these sectors across Europe.
Top countries in Net Operating Surplus in Electricity, Gas and Water Supply; Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 43.89 | 2023 | +3.02% | +3.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.17 | 2023 | +1.74% | +5.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 13.09 | 2023 | -1.5% | -0.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 10.46 | 2023 | +3.26% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 3.79 | 2023 | -0.48% | -0.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 3.41 | 2023 | +1.71% | +1.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.12 | 2023 | -0.29% | -0.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 2.72 | 2023 | +0.97% | +1.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2.43 | 2023 | -0.1% | -0.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1.91 | 2023 | -1.29% | +8.5% | View data |
