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France's computer, peripheral and software wholesale industry has faced significant challenges in recent years, primarily due to high inflation and low business confidence. Inflation has eroded purchasing power, resulting in lower consumer spending and higher operating costs for wholesalers. This environment has put pressure on profit margins, forcing companies to either take on costs or raise prices, often resulting in customer loss. Low business confidence in the economy has also reduced spending on IT infrastructure, leading to delays in upgrades and expansions. These circumstances have necessitated careful inventory management and strategic planning to deal with financial uncertainty and changing market conditions. Industry revenue is expected to dip at a compound annual rate of 1.4% to €34.4 billion over the five years through 2025, including a 6% decline in 2025.Wholesalers are faced with rapid technological advances and changing consumer preferences. The digital transformation has increased demand for advanced hardware and software, but it also means that products quickly become obsolete. Wholesalers must continuously update their product lines and manage their inventory efficiently to avoid obsolescence. The merger of SYNNEX and Tech Data in 2021 resulted in a market consolidation that makes scaling and diversifying essential for competition. Software companies are increasingly moving to direct sales models, bypassing traditional wholesale channels. Wholesalers must adapt by offering value-added services and forming strategic alliances with channel partners to maintain their relevance and market position.Over the five years through 2030, revenue is expected to rise at a compound annual rate of 0.3% to €34.8 billion. The outlook for the industry continues to be shaped by several key trends. Increasing cybersecurity concerns are prompting wholesalers to act more like IT consultants and integrate holistic security measures into all operational processes. Furthermore, the trend of bypassing wholesalers requires an adjustment through value-added services and a focus on niche markets. Compliance with strict data protection laws is crucial to maintain customer trust and avoid penalties. The growing demand for AI and IoT solutions presents opportunities and requires an expanded product offering and expertise. By fostering strategic partnerships and agility, wholesalers can thrive in the evolving landscape, meeting the digital demands of businesses while navigating regulatory and market challenges.
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IBISWorld's research coverage on the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France includes market sizing, forecasting, data and analysis from 2015-2030. The most recent publication was released June 2025.
The Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France operates under the industry code FR-G4651. Wholesalers in this industry wholesale and distribute computers and peripheral equipment. Products include computer hardware, software, printers and scanners, servers, storage and other computer peripheral equipment. Related terms covered in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France include mainframe computer, tablet computer, wholesale bypass, drop shipping and eol (end-of-life).
Products and services covered in Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France include Laptops, Desktops and Tablets.
Companies covered in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France include TD Synnex Corporation, Ingram Micro Inc and Arrow Electronics Inc.
The Performance chapter covers detailed analysis, datasets, detailed current performance, sources of volatility and an outlook with forecasts for the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France.
Questions answered in this chapter include what's driving current industry performance, what influences industry volatility, how do successful businesses overcome volatility, what's driving the industry outlook. This analysis is supported with data and statistics on industry revenues, costs, profits, businesses and employees.
The Products and Markets chapter covers detailed products and service segmentation and analysis of major markets for the for the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France.
Questions answered in this chapter include how are the industry's products and services performing, what are innovations in industry products and services, what products or services do successful businesses offer and what's influencing demand from the industry's markets. This includes data and statistics on industry revenues by product and service segmentation and major markets.
The Geographic Breakdown chapter covers detailed analysis and datasets on regional performance of the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France.
Questions answered in this chapter include where are industry businesses located and how do businesses use location to their advantage. This includes data and statistics on industry revenues by location.
The Competitive Forces chapter covers the concentration, barriers to entry and supplier and buyer profiles in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France. This includes data and statistics on industry market share concentration, barriers to entry, substitute products and buyer & supplier power.
Questions answered in this chapter include what impacts the industry's market share concentration, how do successful businesses handle concentration, what challenges do potential industry entrants face, how can potential entrants overcome barriers to entry, what are substitutes for industry services, how do successful businesses compete with substitutes and what power do buyers and suppliers have over the industry and how do successful businesses manage buyer & supplier power.
The Companies chapter covers Key Takeaways, Market Share and Companies in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France. This includes data and analysis on companies operating in the industry that hold a market share greater than 5%.
Questions answered in this chapter include what companies have a meaningful market share and how each company is performing.
The External Environment chapter covers Key Takeaways, External Drivers, Regulation & Policy and Assistance in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France. This includes data and statistics on factors impacting industry revenue such as economic indicators, regulation, policy and assistance programs.
Questions answered in this chapter include what demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the industry, what regulations impact the industry, what assistance is available to this industry.
The Financial Benchmarks chapter covers Key Takeaways, Cost Structure, Financial Ratios, Valuation Multiples and Key Ratios in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France. This includes financial data and statistics on industry performance including key cost inputs, profitability, key financial ratios and enterprise value multiples.
Questions answered in this chapter include what trends impact industry costs and how financial ratios have changed overtime.
The Industry Data chapter includes 10 years of historical data with 5 years of forecast data covering statistics like revenue, industry value add, establishments, enterprises, employment and wages in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France.
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The market size of the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France is €34.4bn in 2026.
There are 3,398 businesses in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.9 % between 2020 and 2025.
The market size of the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France has been declining at a CAGR of 1.4 % between 2020 and 2025.
Over the next five years, the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France is expected to grow.
The biggest companies operating in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France are TD Synnex Corporation, Ingram Micro Inc and Arrow Electronics Inc
Laptops and Desktops are part of the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France.
The company holding the most market share in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France is TD Synnex Corporation.
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Computer, Peripheral Equipment & Software Wholesaling industry in France.