Industry Statistics and Trends
Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe key trends
Repair cafes gain popularity, taking customers away from repair companies.
Repair cafes cater to broken electronics and kitchen appliances, bringing a group of volunteers to a repair workshop and snatching customers away from repair shops.
Repair businesses step up to smart appliance repairs.
The emergence of smart home appliances, such as those offered by many German manufacturers like Miele, will provide opportunities for household appliance repair companies in the coming years.
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Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 6.6 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €17.1bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Thousands of micro-enterprises carry out repair services
- According to Eurostat, 98% of the 185,000 enterprises in the industry were classified as micro-enterprises in 2020 meaning they employ fewer than 10 people. It has the highest share of micro-enterprises across all industries that constitute the EU non-financial business economy.
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Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Extended warranties spell trouble for repair businesses
- As manufacturers strive to convince consumers of their product quality, they’re offering longer guarantee and warranty periods.
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Revenue
€17.1bn
Employees
324k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Robert Bosch GmbH | 91,104.3 | 3,687.8 | 4.0 | |
Ceconomy AG | 24,902.6 | 990.7 | 4.0 | |
Whirlpool Corp | 16,800.0 | 413.6 | 2.5 |
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Personal & Household Goods Repair 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 Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe is €17.1bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 283k businesses in the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 6.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe include?
Repairing white goods and Repairing garden equipment are part of the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Personal & Household Goods Repair industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Greece
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Romania
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Norway
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Switzerland
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Poland
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Ireland
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Finland
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Bulgaria
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Austria
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in France
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Lithuania
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in the Netherlands
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Hungary
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Denmark
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Malta
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Croatia
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Slovenia
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Luxembourg
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Russia
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Slovakia
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Turkey
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Cyprus
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Estonia
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Iceland
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Spain
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Portugal
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Serbia
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Belgium
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Italy
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Czechia
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Sweden
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Latvia
- Personal & Household Goods Repair in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
The industry encompasses the repair of consumer electrics, household appliances and garden equipment, footwear and leather goods, furniture and home furnishings and other personal items, including the restoration of bikes, clothing, watches, clocks and piano tuning. Examples of consumer electronics are TVs, radios and video cameras, while household appliances and garden equipment include refrigerators, washing machines and lawnmowers.
Related Terms
LARGE HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCESSMALL HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCESSMART DEVICESREPAIR CAFE/MEETINGWhat's included in this industry?
Repairing white goodsRepairing garden equipmentRepairing brown goodsOther repairs and selling of spare partsCompanies
Robert Bosch GmbHCeconomy AGWhirlpool CorpIndustry Code
952 - Repair of personal and household goods in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Thousands of micro-enterprises carry out repair services
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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 Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
New EU legislation elevates interest in repairing white goods. The EU’s Right to Repair regulations aim to encourage more sustainable consumption by making it easier to repair defective goods by encouraging manufacturers to make spare parts.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Personal & Household Goods Repair 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
Mirco enterprises dominate the market. The industry is highly fragmented and small repair companies cater to specific repair segments. With many specialised companies serving different niches, no single company can dominate the market.
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 Robert Bosch GmbH
- Countries of operation for Ceconomy AG
- Countries of operation for Whirlpool Corp
- Countries of operation for Electrolux Deutschland GmbH
- Countries of operation for Rubix Ltd
- Countries of operation for GXO Logistics Inc
- Countries of operation for Currys plc
- Countries of operation for British Gas Services Ltd
- Countries of operation for Pacifica Group Ltd
- Countries of operation for Liebherr-International AG
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
The EU supports the industry through regulations. In March 2023, the European Commission announced the establishment of the “right to repair” regulations, requiring manufacturers of longer-lasting appliances to produce spare parts.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Personal & Household Goods Repair in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit succumbs to intense price competition. Profit has remained subdued thanks to increasing competition from repair cafes, DIY activity and in-house manufacturer repair services weighing on prices.
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 Personal & Household Goods Repair 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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