Industry Statistics and Trends
Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe key trends
Rising rates ratchet up the cost of borrowing for potential buyers, weighing on property transactions and placing downwards pressure on prices.
As online sales continue to climb, parcel companies need to get hold of more warehouse space to meet demand.
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Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 4.0 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €558.2bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Rising mortgage rates hurt demand for residential housing
- Real estate agents rely heavily on the performance of the property market, which is influenced by a huge range of economic, social and regulatory factors that affect both supply and demand.
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Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
High mortgage mean the short-term outlook for the residential property market looks bleak
- Elevated mortgage rates will continue to weigh on demand for residential property due to inflated borrowing costs. This will translate into declining house prices, which can make it more difficult to sell property, as both buyers and sellers become more hesitant.
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Revenue
€558.2bn
Employees
2m
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nexity SA | 3,661.4 | 194.1 | 5.3 | |
Vonovia SE | 6,413.5 | 2,813.6 | 43.9 | |
Sareb | 2,403.6 | 85.5 | 3.6 |
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Direct Real Estate Activities 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 Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe is €558.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 2m businesses in the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.7 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 4.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe include?
Residential Property and Commercial Property are part of the Direct Real Estate Activities industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Direct Real Estate Activities industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Direct Real Estate Activities industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Austria
- Direct Real Estate Activities in France
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Lithuania
- Direct Real Estate Activities in the Netherlands
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Switzerland
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Ireland
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Finland
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Bulgaria
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Greece
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Romania
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Norway
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Poland
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Cyprus
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Estonia
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Iceland
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Luxembourg
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Russia
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Slovakia
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Belgium
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Italy
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Sweden
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Latvia
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Spain
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Portugal
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Serbia
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Hungary
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Czechia
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Denmark
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Malta
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Croatia
- Direct Real Estate Activities in Slovenia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry includes lessors, agents and brokers involved in the selling, buying and renting of real estate. It also covers appraising and acting as real estate escrow agents.
Related Terms
ESCROWREAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUSTBROWNFIELDGREENFIELDWhat's included in this industry?
Residential PropertyCommercial PropertyIndustrial PropertyCompanies
Nexity SAVonovia SESarebIndustry Code
681 - Real estate activities with own or leased property in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Rising mortgage rates hurt demand for residential housing
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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 Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Rising interest rates lift mortgage rates. Mortgage rates have trended upwards over the past couple of years, ramping up the cost of borrowing and hitting demand for residential property.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Direct Real Estate Activities 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
The real estate market remains fragmented. There’s plenty of room for small and large companies alike to succeed in all corners of the market, given the wide array of properties dealt with.
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 Nexity SA
- Countries of operation for Vonovia SE
- Countries of operation for Sareb
- Countries of operation for Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE
- Countries of operation for BPD Europe BV
- Countries of operation for Klepierre SA
- Countries of operation for Land Securities Group plc
- Countries of operation for BNP Paribas Real Estate SASU
- Countries of operation for SEGRO plc
- Countries of operation for Hines Interests Limited Partnership
- Countries of operation for Hines Interests Ltd
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Real estate transactions must align with strict regulations. Regulation in real estate exists to protect the interests of buyers, sellers, investors and the public.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Direct Real Estate Activities in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Bleak economic conditions weigh on the property market, cutting into returns. Businesses and consumers have reined in spending on big-ticket purchases like property amid uncertain economic environment and interest rate hikes.
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 Direct Real Estate Activities 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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