Industry Statistics and Trends
Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe key trends
Imports meet the majority of Europe’s computer needs.
The cost advantages and robust production systems held by computer manufacturers in Asia means European manufacturers struggle to keep up with the competition.
European computer manufacturers turn to niche segments.
Many companies are concentrating on specialised high-tech computers and customer-specific solutions to combat high competition from abroad.
Tightening data laws boost server demand.
European data protection laws are boosting demand for servers made in Europe as companies strive to make sure their operations are compliant.
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Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 1.1 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €41.2bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Imports meet most of Europe’s demand for computers and peripherals
- Asian countries such as China, Taiwan and South Korea are global leaders in the manufacture of electronics due to their cost-effective labour force and large production capacity. This specialisation has created a strong reliance on imported computers in Europe.
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Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
There’s little incentive foreign manufacturers to open production facilities
- The future of computer and peripheral manufacturing in Europe doesn’t look so bright. European computer production has been neglected for the past few decades and is no longer seen as internationally competitive.
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Revenue
€41.2bn
Employees
116k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
- Estonia +17.7%
- Hungary +14.9%
- Luxembourg +12.8%
- United Kingdom +12.6%
- France +10.1%
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HP Inc | 60,533.0 | 3,790.0 | 6.3 | |
Lenovo Group Ltd | 69,330.0 | 2,470.0 | 3.6 | |
Dell Technologies Inc. | 98,600.0 | 5,220.0 | 5.3 |
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Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe is €41.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 6,571 businesses in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 2.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 1.1 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe include?
Data processing machines and Laptops, desktop computers and POS terminals are part of the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry is Germany.
How competitive is the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Austria
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in France
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Lithuania
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in the Netherlands
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Belgium
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Italy
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Denmark
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Latvia
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in the UK
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Germany
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Ireland
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Ireland
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Greece
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Romania
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Norway
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Hungary
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in the UK
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Germany
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Finland
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Croatia
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Spain
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Portugal
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Serbia
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Czechia
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Sweden
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Turkey
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Ireland
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Estonia
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Luxembourg
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Russia
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Slovakia
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Switzerland
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Poland
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Slovenia
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Bulgaria
- Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Iceland
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry manufacture and assemble electronic computers, such as mainframes, desktop computers, laptops and computer servers. This industry also includes the production of computer peripheral equipment, such as storage devices, printers, monitors and keyboards.
Related Terms
QLEDOLEDARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT)What's included in this industry?
Data processing machinesLaptops, desktop computers and POS terminalsPrinters, scanners and monitorsStorage unitsStorage unitsMiceAutomatic teller machines (ATMs)Barcode scannersWorkstationsCompanies
HP IncLenovo Group LtdDell Technologies Inc.Industry Code
262 - Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Imports meet most of Europe’s demand for computers and peripherals
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Sales of mainframes and servers mount as databases grow. Companies are expanding their computer capacities as data processing requirements increase, necessitating more investment in the mainframes and servers needed for data-intensive tasks.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Asian and North American computer manufacturers dominate the market. Major global manufacturers HP, Lenovo, Dell and Apple all operate mass production facilities in Europe and hold significant market shares.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 11 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for HP Inc
- Countries of operation for Lenovo Group Ltd
- Countries of operation for Dell Technologies Inc.
- Countries of operation for Apple Operations International Ltd
- Countries of operation for Seagate Technology Holdings plc
- Countries of operation for Technoprobe SpA
- Countries of operation for Wortmann AG
- Countries of operation for Diebold Nixdorf Inc
- Countries of operation for Acer Group
- Countries of operation for Stone Technologies Ltd
- Countries of operation for Kingston Technology International Ltd
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Manufacturers must comply with environmental regulations. Most European computer manufacturers must comply with the EU's requirements on the proper disposal of electronic waste and directives restricting the use of hazardous substances.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit falls in the face of intense competition from abroad. European computer manufacturers are lowering prices to try to stay competitive against Asian and North American companies, squeezing profitability.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
-
Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Computer & Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
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