Industry Statistics and Trends
Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe key trends
The pandemic fuelled demand for data processing and hosting services.
The shift to a stronger remote work environment within Europe, prompted by the pandemic, led to businesses boosting their storage capabilities.
Rising 5G connections across is set to boost growth.
A rise in European 5G connections will heighten the volume of data generated and consumed, resulting in a greater requirement for data storage, processing and cloud services.
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Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 4.3 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €81.9bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Cloud computing has surged in popularity
- Cloud computing uses a cluster of computers to form a single computing entity. This entity's resources are then shared and distributed to clients. Eurostat show that 41% of EU enterprises used cloud computing in 2021.
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Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
The minimum global corporation tax could cause a shift in data centres between European regions
- As of October 2023, the nations with the lowest corporation taxes include Hungary (9%), Bulgaria (10%), Ireland and Cyprus (12.5%).
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Revenue
€81.9bn
Employees
494k
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Microsoft Corporation | 242,300.0 | 95,000.0 | 39.2 | |
SAP SE | 34,000.0 | 8,900.0 | 26.2 | |
DXC Technology Company | 13,660.0 | -800.0 | -5.9 |
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Data Processing & Hosting Services 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 Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe is €81.9bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 129k businesses in the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 4.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 4.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Data Processing & Hosting Services market in Europe?
The biggest companies operating in the Data Processing & Hosting Services market in Europe are Microsoft Corporation, SAP SE and DXC Technology Company
What does the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe include?
Business process management and data processing and IT support and network management are part of the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe?
The company holding the most market share in Europe is Microsoft Corporation.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry is Italy.
How competitive is the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Data Processing & Hosting Services industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Greece
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Romania
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Norway
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Italy
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Sweden
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Poland
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Cyprus
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Latvia
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Luxembourg
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Russia
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Slovakia
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Hungary
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Denmark
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Turkey
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Malta
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Spain
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Portugal
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Serbia
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Belgium
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Czechia
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Finland
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Croatia
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Bulgaria
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Austria
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in France
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Lithuania
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in the Netherlands
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Estonia
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Slovenia
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Iceland
- Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Data processors provide infrastructure for hosting, data processing services and related activities like web hosting, streaming services and application hosting. Firms in the industry also process supplied client data and provide data entry services. The industry excludes activities where the supplier uses the computers only as a tool.
Related Terms
BIG DATACLOUD COMPUTINGDATA PROCESSINGOFFSHORINGWEB HOSTINGWhat's included in this industry?
Business process management and data processingIT support and network managementData storage and managementApplication service provisioningWebsite hostingCompanies
Microsoft CorporationSAP SEDXC Technology CompanyIndustry Code
6311 - Data processing, hosting and related activities in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Cloud computing has surged in popularity
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- 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 Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Big data gives opportunities to providers of data storage and management solutions. The surging use of big data among all types of businesses means they have to store vast amounts of information, opening the door for providers to boost sales.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Data Processing & Hosting Services 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
Concentration is expanding moving forward. Major data processing and hosting service providers are likely to attempt to acquire specialist businesses so as to expand the services they can offer to clients.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Microsoft Corporation
- Countries of operation for SAP SE
- Countries of operation for DXC Technology Company
- Countries of operation for Atos SE
- Countries of operation for Alphabet Inc
- Countries of operation for Amazon Web Services, Inc.
- Countries of operation for International Business Machines Corporation
- Countries of operation for Equinix, Inc.
- Countries of operation for OVH Groupe SAS
- Countries of operation for United Internet AG
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Data protection laws are of paramount importance. The large amount of data companies in the industry are privy to means they have to ensure tight compliance with the GDPR.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Data Processing & Hosting Services in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Despite falling, profit remains high, which is typical for an information-based industry. Cloud computing, in particular, offers a high margin, which is drawing plenty of companies into the market.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Data Processing & Hosting Services 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)
Methodology
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