Information & Communication Equipment Retailing in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Information & Communication Equipment Retailing in France industry analysis

Rapid technological progress in information and communication equipment results in short product life cycles, posing logistical challenges for retailers. To make sure they always have the latest smartphones and tablet models, retailers need excellent inventory management and good relationships with suppliers. Climbing demand for communication equipment means revenue is forecast to grow at a compound annual rate of 2.8% over the five years through 2025, reaching €3.7 billion. Because of intense e-commerce competition and subdued consumer sentiment, industry revenue is expected to sink by 6.3% in 2025.  However, booming online retail is threatening sales, accounting for an ever-increasing proportion of laptops, tablets, smartphones, smartwatches and other device sales in France. In response to this growing competitive pressure, retailers have been expanding and optimising their online shops and omnichannel concepts, leading to a slight increase in profit.

Trends and Insights

• The cost-of-living crisis hits demand. Consumers across Europe tightened their purse strings as they weathered the conditions of inflated food and energy prices, hurting demand for information and communications equipment.
• Demand for computers slows as businesses rein in spending. Amid inflationary pressures and muted economic growth, businesses delayed investment to expand their IT capabilities, hurting computer demand.
• Intense competition forces smaller retailers out. Larger retailers benefit from economies of scale when buying in bulk, allowing for more competitive pricing, which undercuts smaller players.