Industry Statistics and Trends
Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe key trends
A preference for digital content sways people from physical media.
Consumers are moving onto online streaming services like Netflix for their viewing needs, driven by their vast libraries.
Quick access to movies online after theatre hits disk sales.
The early availability of new movies online means there’s little need for consumers to buy a physical copy.
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Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe market size (2020-2025)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 1.8 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €6.3bn in 2025.
Trends and Insights
Subscription streaming services outpace CD sales as audiences favour digital access
- In recent years, Europeans have dramatically changed the way they listen to music and watch videos. Subscription streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music now lead the market. With a monthly fee, users instantly access millions of songs, eliminating the need to buy physical albums, store CDs, or worry about scratched discs. Younger generations, who have grown up with smartphones and fast internet, especially favour this model.
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Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe outlook (2025-2030)
Market size is projected to decline over the next five years.
Streaming services provide rapid post-theatre access, diminishing sales of physical video recordings
- Shifting movie distribution patterns after theatrical release are adding pressure to an already fragile market across Europe. Studios now release films more quickly on online platforms and the shift from physical formats like DVDs and CDs to digital streaming has been dramatic. In France, for instance, the physical video market dropped 12% in both volume and value in 2024, with sales falling to 9.3 million units and revenue down to €144.3 million, according to SEVN, the Digital Video Publishing Union. This decline shows that consumers increasingly prefer digital content, a trend that looks set to continue as digital media dominates the sector.
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Revenue
€6.3bn
Employees
48,544
Wages
€XXX.Xm
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
Bottom 5 Countries
* CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.
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Biggest companies in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2025 | Revenue (€m)
2025 | Profit (€m)
2025 | Profit Margin (%)
2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fnac Darty SA | 8,301.5 | 266.1 | 3.2 | |
Euronics International BV | 20,137.6 | 1,194.1 | 5.9 | |
Muller Holding GmbH & Co KG | 4,711.0 | 367.0 | 7.8 |
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Music & Video Record Retailing 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 Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe in 2025?
The market size of the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe is €6.3bn in 2025.
How many businesses are there in the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe in 2025?
There are 13,230 businesses in the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 1.4 % between 2020 and 2025.
Has the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 1.8 % between 2020 and 2025.
What is the forecast growth of the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe is expected to decline.
What does the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe include?
Blu-ray discs and DVDs are part of the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Music & Video Record Retailing industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Music & Video Record Retailing industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Greece
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Romania
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Italy
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Czechia
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Turkey
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Cyprus
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Denmark
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Latvia
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Austria
- Music & Video Record Retailing in France
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Sweden
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Poland
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Slovakia
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Ireland
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Estonia
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Luxembourg
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Russia
- Music & Video Record Retailing in the Netherlands
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Belgium
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Hungary
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Finland
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Spain
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Portugal
- Music & Video Record Retailing in the UK
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Norway
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Germany
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Croatia
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Bulgaria
- Music & Video Record Retailing in Iceland
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Retailers in this industry sell sound recordings, like music and audio books and audiovisual content like movies and TV series. The primary products sold include CDs, DVDs and Blu-ray discs.
Related Terms
BLU-RAY-DISCCOMPACT DISC (CD)DIGITAL VERSATILE DISC (DVD)HIGH DEFINITION (HD)What's included in this industry?
Blu-ray discs DVDs Recorded sound carriersCompanies
Fnac Darty SAEuronics International BVMuller Holding GmbH & Co KGIndustry Code
4762 - Retail sale of music and video recordings in specialized stores in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Subscription streaming services outpace CD sales as audiences favour digital access
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2025 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 Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Employees in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Business in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
- Profit in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Streaming services soar as physical media sales wane. Even though nostalgia sustains a niche market for vintage formats, Blu-ray, DVD and CD sales continue to drop as convenience and digital quality drive consumers’ purchasing decisions.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Europe
- 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 (2025)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2025)
- IVA (2025)
- Enterprises (2025)
- Employment (2025)
- Exports (2025)
- Imports (2025)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Falling demand for physical formats causes small companies to struggle. Larger electronics stores are outlasting smaller retailers by diversifying their product ranges, driving up market concentration.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2025)
- Revenue (2025)
- Profit (2025)
- Profit Margin (2025)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Fnac Darty SA
- Countries of operation for Euronics International BV
- Countries of operation for Muller Holding GmbH & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Elkjøp Nordic AS
- Countries of operation for Unieuro SpA
- Countries of operation for Ceconomy AG
- Countries of operation for Expert International GmbH
- Countries of operation for ElectronicPartner Handel SE
- Countries of operation for Sunrise Records
- Countries of operation for HHV Handels GmbH
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
The Consumer Rights Directive protects EU customers. It standardises national laws on pre-purchase information for goods, services and digital content.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit plummets as digital consumption surges. Retailers are seeing their returns edge downwards as CDs and DVDs fall out of favour, though the niche vinyl market offers a degree of relief.
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 Music & Video Record Retailing in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
- Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
- Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
- Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
- Average Wage (2015-2030)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and bottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2025)
- Business Growth (2025)
- Job Growth (2025)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2025)
- Imports/Demand (2025)
- Exports/Revenue (2025)
- Revenue per Employee (2025)
- Wages/Revenue (2025)
- Employees per Establishment (2025)
- Average Wage (2025)
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 (2015-2030)
- IVA (2015-2030)
- Establishments (2015-2030)
- Enterprises (2015-2030)
- Employment (2015-2030)
- Exports (2015-2030)
- Imports (2015-2030)
- Wages (2015-2030)
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