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Furniture Manufacturing in Europe - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2024-2029)

ISIC 31 March 2024 Spotlight Report

Revenue

€149.3bn

2019-2024 4.6 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

1m

2019-2024 0.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Businesses

224k

2019-2024 2.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Profit

€XX.Xbn

2019-2024 X.X %

Profit Margin

XX.X%

2019-2024 X.X pp

Wages

€XX.Xbn

2019-2024 X.X %
2024-2029 X.X %

Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry analysis

European furniture manufacturing revenue is slated to contract at a compound annual rate of 4.6% over the five years through 2024. Weak economic conditions, initially stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic but then worsened by the cost-of-living crisis, has weakened demand for new construction projects, reducing the number of new spaces that require furnishing. While builders saw a post pandemic boom in renovation activity, inflationary pressures weakened disposable incomes and caused people to cut their discretionary spending, limiting furniture purchases. Businesses have increasingly preserved cash and opted to postpone or cancel significant construction projects, especially after interest rates were hiked to help combat soaring inflation, causing the cost of borrowing to spike.

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Industry Statistics and Trends

Furniture Manufacturing in Europe key trends

Renewed construction investment supports revenue.

 

The European Construction Industry Federation reports that new investment into housebuilding has risen since the pandemic, supporting furniture makers’ sales.

Poor economic conditions supress commercial construction.

 

Businesses put off large and expensive projects, like construction projects, when economic conditions are weaker, reducing the number of businesses buying new furniture.

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Furniture Manufacturing in Europe

Industry Revenue

Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.

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Furniture Manufacturing in Europe market size (2019-2024)

Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 4.6 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €149.3bn in 2024.

Trends and Insights

Housebuilding activity drives furniture sales

  • The residential market is a significant earner for furniture manufacturers, so increased activity in the residential construction sub-sector often corresponds to a hike in furniture sales.

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Furniture Manufacturing in Europe outlook (2024-2029)

Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.

Rising confidence spurs higher discretionary spending

  • Discretionary spending budgets tend to follow trends in consumer sentiment levels –they grow when consumers are more confident, supporting spending on furniture products.

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Revenue

€149.3bn

2019-2024 4.6 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Employees

1m

2019-2024 0.2 %
2024-2029 X.X %

Wages

€XX.Xbn

2019-2024 X.X %
2024-2029 X.X %

European Leaders & Laggards

Europe Job Growth CAGR: 0.2 % *
  • Job Growth

Top 5 Countries

  1. Ireland+17.3%
  2. Romania +12.8%
  3. Latvia +12.6%
  4. Bulgaria +11.2%
  5. Switzerland +10.7%

Bottom 5 Countries

  1. Turkey -10.7%
  2. Cyprus -3.6%
  3. Ukraine -1.8%
  4. Malta -1.5%
  5. Slovakia -1.1%

* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.

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Biggest companies in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe

Company
Market Share (%)
2024
Revenue (€m)
2024
Profit (€m)
2024
Profit Margin (%)
2024
Inter Ikea Systems BV
30,051.1
2,288.7
7.6
Howden Joinery Group plc
2,856.0
504.4
17.7
Nobilia-Werke (J Stickling GmbH & Co KG)
1,754.9
131.5
7.5

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Furniture 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 Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe in 2024?

The market size of the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe is €149.3bn in 2024. 

How many businesses are there in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry in 2024?

There are 224k businesses in the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.2 % between 2019 and 2024.

Has the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 2.2 % between 2019 and 2024. 

What is the forecast growth of the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe is expected to decline.

What are the biggest companies in the Furniture Manufacturing market in Europe?

The biggest companies operating in the Furniture Manufacturing market in Europe are Inter Ikea Systems BV, Howden Joinery Group plc and Nobilia-Werke (J Stickling GmbH & Co KG)

What does the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe include?

Office and shop furniture and Kitchen furniture are part of the Furniture Manufacturing industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe?

The company holding the most market share in Europe is Inter Ikea Systems BV.

Which countries have the most businesses in the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe?

The European country with the most businesses in the Furniture Manufacturing industry is Russia.

How competitive is the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe?

The level of competition is high and steady in the Furniture Manufacturing industry in Europe.

Related Industries

This industry is covered in 37 countries

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Table of Contents

About this industry

Industry definition

Furniture manufacturers produce a range of furniture, including furniture for offices and shops, kitchens, mattresses, sofas, garden furniture, beds, cabinets and drawers. The industry caters for a range of markets, including businesses and consumers.

Related Terms

Woodworking MachineryPlywoodSide-Opening Tambour

What's included in this industry?

Office and shop furnitureKitchen furnitureMattresses

Companies

Inter Ikea Systems BVHowden Joinery Group plcNobilia-Werke (J Stickling GmbH & Co KG)

Industry Code

ISIC 2006

31 - Manufacture of furniture in Europe

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Performance

Key Takeaways

Housebuilding activity drives furniture sales

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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 Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Employees in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Business in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
  • Profit in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis

What's driving current industry performance in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry?


Outlook

Analysis

What's driving the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry outlook?


Volatility

Analysis

What influences volatility in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Charts
  • Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix

Life Cycle

Analysis

What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Charts
  • Industry Life Cycle Matrix

Products and Markets

Highlights

Trends
  • Largest Market
  • Product Innovation

Key Takeaways

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Products and Services

Charts
  • Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis

How are the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services performing?

Analysis

What are innovations in the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry's products and services?


Major Markets

Charts
  • Major Market Segmentation
Analysis

What influences demand in the Furniture 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

Larger manufacturers leverage their brands. Established furniture makers continually invest into their designs and presence in the market to grab hold of more of the market.

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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 Inter Ikea Systems BV
  • Countries of operation for Howden Joinery Group plc
  • Countries of operation for Nobilia-Werke (J Stickling GmbH & Co KG)
  • Countries of operation for Nobia AB
  • Countries of operation for Wren Kitchens Ltd
  • Countries of operation for Hacker Kuchen GmbH & Co KG
  • Countries of operation for Groupe Schmidt
  • Countries of operation for Schmidt Groupe
  • Countries of operation for Kinnarps AB
  • Countries of operation for The Senator Group
  • Countries of operation for Sokoa SA

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Furniture must meet safety regulations. For upholstered furniture, manufacturers have to make sure they meet safety requirements relating to the products’ flammability.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Furniture Manufacturing in Europe industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Price competition restricts profitability. Furniture manufactures compete with other European producers, as well as low-cost imported products, so competing on price at the expense of profitability helps to secure sales.

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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 Furniture 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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