Industry Statistics and Trends
Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe key trends
Investments in fibre optic technology have supported revenue.
Wired telecommunications carriers have increasingly invested in fibre optic infrastructure and networks to meet the ever-growing demand for faster and more reliable internet connections.
Wireless telecommunications networks have gained market share.
More and more customers are using mobile phones rather than traditional landlines, diminishing the need for wired internet connections, eating into revenue.
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Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 3.9 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €220.1bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
Investment into fibre optic networks across the continent supports revenue prospects
- While wired telecommunications carriers have increasingly faced competition from wireless telecommunications carriers, wired services still offer faster and more reliable speeds in many cases, especially for customers with access to fibre optic services.
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Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Fibre optic technology will continue to become more popular
- Customers are increasingly looking for faster and more reliable internet connections, so carriers will continue to invest in digital infrastructure in line with soaring digital adoption.
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Revenue
€220.1bn
Employees
942k
Wages
€XX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Bottom 5 Countries
- Iceland -18.3%
- Netherlands -6.6%
- Germany -4.5%
- Luxembourg -4.2%
- Austria -2.8%
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Orange SA | 45,055.0 | 5,178.0 | 11.5 | |
BT Group plc | 20,675.7 | 2,618.3 | 12.7 | |
Telecom Italia (TIM) S.p.a | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Wired Telecommunications Services 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 Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe is €220.1bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 21,635 businesses in the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe, which has declined at a CAGR of 3.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 3.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe include?
Public switched telephone network and Integrated services digital network are part of the Wired Telecommunications Services industry.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Wired Telecommunications Services industry is Russia.
How competitive is the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and steady in the Wired Telecommunications Services industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Austria
- Wired Telecommunications Services in France
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Lithuania
- Wired Telecommunications Services in the Netherlands
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Switzerland
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Finland
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Slovenia
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Bulgaria
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Luxembourg
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Russia
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Slovakia
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Italy
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Sweden
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Turkey
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Latvia
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Greece
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Romania
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Norway
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Poland
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Cyprus
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Estonia
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Iceland
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Spain
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Portugal
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Serbia
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Belgium
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Hungary
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Czechia
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Denmark
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Malta
- Wired Telecommunications Services in Croatia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
This industry provides local and long-distance voice communication services using the public switched telephone network (PSTN). Wired telecommunication operators also generate revenue by providing private network services and by wholesaling access to their networks for voice communication.
Related Terms
INTEGRATED SERVICES DIGITAL NETWORK PUBLIC SWITCHED TELEPHONE NETWORK (PSTN) FIBRE-OPTICINTERNET PROTOCOL TELEVISION (IPTV)What's included in this industry?
Public switched telephone networkIntegrated services digital networkWholesalingCompanies
Orange SABT Group plcTelecom Italia (TIM) S.p.aIndustry Code
611 - Wired telecommunications activities in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
Investment into fibre optic networks across the continent supports revenue prospects
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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 Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
PSTNs have already been switched off in some countries. Despite PSTNs being the largest service segment, many countries in Europe are phasing out PSTNs in favour of an internet-based network.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Wired Telecommunications Services 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 carriers leverage economies of scale. Larger firms with greater resources are able to invest heavily in their services, helping to gain customers seeking the latest technologies and services.
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 Orange SA
- Countries of operation for BT Group plc
- Countries of operation for Telecom Italia (TIM) S.p.a
- Countries of operation for Telefonica SA
- Countries of operation for Swisscom Ltd
- Countries of operation for Vodafone Group plc
- Countries of operation for Altice Europe NV
- Countries of operation for VMED O2 Ltd
- Countries of operation for Iliad S.A.
- Countries of operation for Telenor ASA
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Telecoms providers must follow regulations, like the EU Electronic Communications Code. Regulations vary between countries, but regulators promote competition, innovation and consumer rights.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Wired Telecommunications Services in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
High levels of competition constrain profitability. As providers battle to win customers through price competition, ARPU falls, weighing on revenue and profitability.
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 Wired Telecommunications Services 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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