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Software Development in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€11.5bn

2025

€11.5bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€X.Xbn

Employees

71,358

Businesses

56,715

Wages

€X.Xbn

Software Development in France industry analysis

French software developers' revenue is forecast to climb at a compound annual rate of 4.1% over the five years through 2025 to €11.5 billion. The industry’s growth has been driven by innovation in fintech and other sectors. There’s been a notable influx of capital for start-ups in France as investors have fuelled the growth of tech ecosystems in France, with software development at the forefront. Partnerships like the one between Lydia and Crédit Mutuel Arkéa underscore the crucial role of developers in advancing mobile payment functionalities and boosting user experiences. Growth has also been driven by rising digitalisation and technological developments throughout France.

Trends and Insights

  • Demand for cloud-based software surges. A surge in working from home has boosted demand for cloud-based software, as this technology helps businesses manage operations remotely.
  • Custom-made software appeals to technical industries. Engineering and architectural businesses are heavily reliant on computer software to design, while scientific researchers use programs to measure processes and record data.
  • Low concentration is a product of a saturated market. Low market share concentration reflects the fragmented nature of the industry outside of the global software houses.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Software Development industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Software Development industry in France is €11.5bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Software Development in France industry in 2025?

There are 56,715 businesses in the Software Development industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 6.9 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Software Development industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Software Development industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 4.1 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Software Development industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Software Development industry in France is expected to grow.

What are the biggest companies in the Software Development market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Software Development market in France are Microsoft Corporation, Capgemini Service SAS and Alphabet Inc

What does the Software Development in France include?

Systems software and Application software are part of the Software Development industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Software Development in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is Microsoft Corporation.

How competitive is the Software Development industry in France?

The level of competition is high and increasing in the Software Development industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Opportunities remain for small companies. Small software development businesses will flood the market in the coming years to take advantage of market niches, raising competitive pressures.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Software Development in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Labour costs are high. Software development companies require specialised staff to conduct highly skilled and labour-intensive coding and testing tasks. The majority of workers have advanced qualifications so take-home big salaries.

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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 Software Development 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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