Hardware & Building Materials - Hungary

In Hungary, the revenue generated in the Hardware & Building Materials market is projected to reach US$1.63bn in 2024.
This market segment is expected to experience an annual growth rate of 2.48% (CAGR 2024-2029).
When compared globally, China generates the highest revenue in this market, amounting to US$525bn in 2024.
Furthermore, in Hungary, the per person revenue in this sector is estimated to be US$163.10 in 2024.
Despite economic challenges, Hungary's Hardware & Building Materials market is experiencing steady growth driven by increased construction and renovation activities.

Definition:

The Hardware & Building Materials segment includes a diverse range of products that play an important role in the structure, safety, and functionality of a building. In terms of hardware, this includes various items relating to doors, cabinets, floors, and garage accessories. Also included in this category are products related to home safety and security. Building materials cover products related to key components of home improvement such as doors, walls, ceilings, and windows, as well as concrete, cement, and masonry.

Additional Information:

The market consists of revenue and average revenue per capita data. Per capita figures take into account the whole population. This market includes only B2C (business to consumer) sales. B2B (business to business) sales (e. g., hardware for coffee shops, offices, etc.) are excluded. This segment does not include floor covering, which is shown separately in the Floor Covering segment of the DIY market. For more information on the displayed data, click the info button on the right hand side of each box.

Hardware
Building supplies

Hardware services
Construction activities

The DIY & Hardware Store Market in Hungary has been experiencing minimal growth due to factors such as low consumer confidence and limited disposable income. While digital technologies and online services have been adopted, the slow market growth is mainly impacted by the sluggish economy and reduced consumer spending in the hardware and building materials sector.

Customer preferences: In Hungary, there has been a growing trend towards sustainable and eco-friendly living. As a result, there is a rising demand for environmentally-friendly and energy-efficient building materials and hardware products within the DIY & Hardware Store Market. This can be attributed to a combination of cultural values and a growing awareness of the impact of consumer choices on the environment. Consumers are also increasingly seeking products and solutions that align with their values, such as locally-sourced and ethically-produced goods. This shift towards sustainable living is expected to continue driving consumer preferences in the Hardware & Building Materials Market.

Trends in the market: In Hungary, the Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market is experiencing a surge in online sales, with more consumers turning to e-commerce platforms for their home improvement needs. This trend is expected to continue as the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift towards online shopping. This has significant implications for industry stakeholders, as they will need to adapt their business models to meet the growing demand for online shopping and invest in digital platforms to remain competitive in the market. Additionally, there is an increasing focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly products, with consumers showing a preference for eco-friendly building materials. This trend is expected to continue, with potential implications for industry stakeholders to incorporate sustainability into their products and operations.

Local special circumstances: In Hungary, the Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market is influenced by the country's geographical location and cultural preferences. Due to its central location in Europe, Hungary serves as an attractive distribution center for surrounding countries. Additionally, the country's traditional DIY culture and preference for high-quality, durable products greatly impact the market dynamics in this sector. Moreover, the government's focus on infrastructure development and construction projects further drive the demand for hardware and building materials.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market in Hungary is significantly impacted by macroeconomic factors such as economic growth, consumer spending, and government policies. The country's strong economic growth, supported by favorable monetary and fiscal policies, has increased consumer confidence and spending power, driving demand for home improvement and construction materials. Additionally, Hungary's strategic location and integration into the European Union have opened up opportunities for international trade and investment, further boosting the growth of the market. The rising trend of DIY home renovation and construction projects, along with increasing urbanization, are expected to continue driving the growth of the Hardware & Building Materials Market in Hungary in the coming years.

Data coverage:

Data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are segmented by product type and consist of the following: Paint, Wallpaper & Supplies, Tools & Machines, Hardware and Building Materials, Lawn & Garden, Heating & Cooling, Bathroom Hardware, and Floor Covering.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined by a top-down approach, based on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use national statistical offices, international institutions, in-house market research, and resources from the Statista platform. Next we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations such as product value, import value, and export value to determine domestic supply. This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. For example, exponential trend smoothing. The main drivers are turnover indices, GDP per capita, and consumer spending per capita.

Additional Notes:

The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level.

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For those who want to start a do-it-yourself project to improve their home or give it a new style, the Home Depot might be considered a shopping paradise. Whether consumers prefer to buy in-store or online, the Home Depot offers a wide range of products such as appliances, building materials, hardware, indoor garden furniture, paint, kitchen, and bath decorating items, among other important products for home improvement projects. With stores across North America, the company is the leading DIY and home improvement chain in the United States and Canada. By the end of the fiscal year 2023, Home Depot had generated over 152 billion U.S. dollars in revenue, and its revenue in the previous year placed it as the home improvement leader worldwide.