Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Switzerland compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Switzerland
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#15 In EuropeBusiness
#34 In EuropeEmployees
#29 In EuropeWages
#9 In EuropeThe Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland ranks 15 in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (€4.2bn). Revenue received by operators in Switzerland has been low in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (0.0 %) most comparable to...
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland in 2024?
The market size of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland is €4.2bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland industry in 2024?
There are 203 businesses in the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland, which has declined at a CAGR of 1.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland has been declining at a CAGR of 0.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Third-Party Wholesaling market in Switzerland?
The biggest companies operating in the Third-Party Wholesaling market in Switzerland are Metro AG, Fnac Darty SA and Alvean Sugar SL
What does the Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland include?
Textiles, leather and clothing and Agricultural goods are part of the Third-Party Wholesaling industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland?
The company holding the most market share in Switzerland is Metro AG.
How competitive is the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Third-Party Wholesaling industry in Switzerland.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
International industries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Third-party wholesalers purchase products in bulk at discounted rates and then resell them to businesses, often at lower prices than dealing directly with the manufacturer or producer. Third-party wholesalers boost upstream producers' reach and simplify and cheapen distribution for retailers.
What's included in this industry?
Textiles, leather and clothingAgricultural goodsFood and beveragesFuels, industrial chemicals and metalsIndustry Code
461 - Wholesale on a fee or contract basis in Switzerland
Performance
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
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland
- Employees in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland
- Business in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland
- Profit in the Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland
Current Performance
Analysis
How does this country's performance compare to Europe?
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulations typically are enforced at the manufacturing level. Regulations on product safety are enforced on manufacturers and producers; however, wholesalers must abide by e-commerce regulations, like data collection laws.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Intense competition limits profit growth. A highly competitive marketplace and pressure from large retail clients constrain the ability of third-party wholesalers to raise prices and profit.
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 Third-Party Wholesaling in Switzerland 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)
Methodology
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