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

Revenue

€22.8bn

2025

€22.8bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€X.Xbn

Employees

94,817

Businesses

32,294

Wages

€X.Xbn

Food Retailing in France industry analysis

It’s becoming increasingly difficult for food retailers to compete with supermarkets. Supermarkets and discounters stock a large and varied range of meat, fish, baked goods, fruit and vegetables. In addition to high-quality organic products, supermarkets also offer cheaper alternatives, which have been particularly popular with consumers in recent years because of high consumer prices. In 2025, however, sales are expected to sink by 0.2% to €22.8 billion. Over the five years through 2025, France’s food retail revenue is estimated to expand by an average of 1.5%.

Trends and Insights

  • Competition from supermarkets threatens the industry. Supermarkets are increasingly incorporating fresh grocery counters; with more power when negotiating the landing price of produce, their prices are more competitive than specialist food retailers.
  • Income and preferences dictate specialised food markets. High-income households seek premium food products, while lower-income consumers prioritise affordability, meaning they tend to opt for supermarket food offerings.
  • High fragmentation in the industry prevents concentration. industry’s high fragmentation limits concentration, as food retailers are typically popular within their local area, with the majority of food retailers being independent.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Food Retailing industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Food Retailing industry in France is €22.8bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Food Retailing in France industry in 2025?

There are 32,294 businesses in the Food Retailing industry in France, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.7 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Food Retailing industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Food Retailing industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 1.5 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Food Retailing industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Food Retailing industry in France is expected to decline.

What are the biggest companies in the Food Retailing market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Food Retailing market in France are Boulangeries Paul SAS, Pierre Herme Paris SAS and Patisserie E.Laduree SAS

What does the Food Retailing in France include?

Meat and Fruit and vegetables are part of the Food Retailing industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Food Retailing in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is Boulangeries Paul SAS.

How competitive is the Food Retailing industry in France?

The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Food Retailing industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

The Food Safety Act 1990 plays a big role in the industry. The act stipulates that all businesses involved in food must ensure that they do not include anything in the food that is damaging to the health of those eating it.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Food Retailing in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

Premium food retailers earn a larger profit. Food retailers selling premium groceries can retail at higher prices and earn a higher 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 Food 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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