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Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€30.2bn

2025

€30.2bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€X.Xbn

Employees

15,907

Businesses

2,673

Wages

€XXX.Xm

Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in France industry analysis

The Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry has undergone a seismic shift over recent years, driven by regulatory changes and evolving consumer preferences. Revenue is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 10.7% over the five years through 2025 to €30.2 billion, including estimated growth of 2.7% in 2025.

Trends and Insights

  • Fuel prices are sky-high following the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is proving to have long-lasting inflationary pressure on oil prices, which is trickling down to the price at the pump.
  • Diesel is the favoured fuel in Europe. Diesel has long been preferred over petrol by Europeans, although there is a growing trend towards cleaner fuels like biodiesel.
  • A handful of companies dominate the fuel retailing scene in Europe. The major fuel retailers benefit from economies of scale and continent-wide brand recognition, making it hard for new retailers to gain a foothold.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France is €30.2bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in France industry in 2025?

There are 2,673 businesses in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.8 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 10.7 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France is expected to grow.

What are the biggest companies in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing market in France are E.Leclerc, TotalEnergies SE and Les Mousquetaires SAS

What does the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in France include?

Petrol and Diesel are part of the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is E.Leclerc.

How competitive is the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France?

The level of competition is high and steady in the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Many governments are forcing the uptake of low-emission vehicles. The EU and other major European countries, like the UK, are set to implement regulations restricting the sale of new diesel and petrol cars.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Profitability is limited by heavy fuel duties. In light of high fuel duties, fuel retailers are turning towards providing complementary services like car washes to boost 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 Motor Vehicle Fuel Retailing 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)

Methodology

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