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Physical Books - France

France

In France, revenue in the Physical_Books market is projected to reach US$1.58bn in 2024.
Revenue is expected to exhibit an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of -0.13%, leading to a projected market volume of US$1.57bn by 2029.
Within the Physical_Books market in France, the number of readers is anticipated to amount to 19.7m users by 2029.
Although user penetration in the Physical_Books market is highest Czechia at a rate of 52.2%, it remains noteworthy for France as well.
The average revenue per user (ARPU) in France is expected to be US$75.97.
In a global context, it is important to highlight that the majority of revenue will be generated the United States, which is projected to reach US$14,650.00m in 2024.
In 2023, a share of 34.2% of users in France is classified as belonging to the High income income group.
Additionally, in the year 2023, a share of 23.9% of users in France is aged between 25-34 years-Physical Books market years old.
In France, the resurgence of independent bookstores reflects a growing consumer preference for curated literary experiences over mass-market retail offerings in the physical book sector.

Key regions: Asia, United Kingdom, France, Europe, Japan

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Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the Books market, which covers paid publications in printed form and in the form of digital replicas (eBooks). Revenues from the consumer (of general interest), academic (for educational purposes), and professional (on specialized topics) markets are included here. All monetary figures refer to consumer spending on digital goods or subscriptions in the respective market. This spending factors in discounts, margins, and taxes.

Modeling approach / market size:

The market size is determined through a bottom-up approach. We use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party studies and reports, survey results from our primary research (e.g., Consumer Insights), as well as performance factors (e.g., user penetration, price per product, usage) to analyze the markets. To estimate the market size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific industry associations, such as various macroeconomic indicators, historical developments, current trends, and reported performance indicators of key market players. In particular, we consider average prices and annual purchase frequencies.

Forecasts:

We apply a variety of forecasting techniques, depending on the behavior of the relevant market. For instance, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption. The main drivers are GDP per capita, consumer spending per capita, and 4G coverage.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level. The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year. In some cases, the data is updated on an ad hoc basis (e.g., when new, relevant data has been released or significant changes within the market have an impact on the projected development). Consumer Insights data is reweighted for representativeness.