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Department Stores in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€26.0bn

2025

€24.6bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€X.Xbn

Employees

81,748

Businesses

5,339

Wages

€X.Xbn

Department Stores in France industry analysis

Over the five years through 2025, revenue is expected to rise at a compound annual rate of 8.9% reaching €30 billion. France is known to be cultural, culinary and the fashion capital of the world as well as home to several of the world’s leading luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Chanel and Hermes. Paris's global reputation encourages international brands to establish concessions in its department stores, enhancing the city's appeal as a retail destination and drawing attention from visitors across the world. Paris hosting the 2024 Olympics propped up Paris’ tourism numbers while luxury spending soared amid tax-free lure.

Trends and Insights

  • Department stores are no longer in vogue. The once king of the high street has succumbed to shifting consumer preferences and the desire for convenience, affordability and sustainability.
  • Younger shoppers abandon traditional department stores. Age greatly influences shopping preferences, with young adults shunning department stores in favour of alternative, budget-friendly alternatives like online shopping, renting items and fast-fashion outlets.
  • High barriers to success ensure little in market concentration. Brand loyalty and image pose a significant challenge to new entrants. The vast majority of department stores date back to the early 1900s, so they’ve built up a strong brand following.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Department Stores industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Department Stores industry in France is €26.0bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Department Stores in France industry in 2025?

There are 5,339 businesses in the Department Stores industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 3.4 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Department Stores industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Department Stores industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 1.2 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Department Stores industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Department Stores industry in France is expected to decline.

What are the biggest companies in the Department Stores market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Department Stores market in France are Groupe Galeries Lafayette, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA and Printemps SAS

What does the Department Stores in France include?

Clothing and footwear and Accessories are part of the Department Stores industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Department Stores in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is Groupe Galeries Lafayette.

How competitive is the Department Stores industry in France?

The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Department Stores industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Most of Europe has a light-touch approach to regulating department stores. Most legislation relating to department stores applies at a broader retail level (e.g. keeping supplier information) and is easy to comply with.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Department Stores in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Price competition threatens profit. Leading department stores face intense price competition as lower-cost retailers expand and consumer trends favour second-hand and rental markets, lowering profit.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Department Stores in France 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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