Hardware & Building Materials - Nordics

In the Hardware & Building Materials market, the revenue for the Nordics amounted to US$14.02bn in 2024.
It is projected to experience an annual growth rate of 3.06% (CAGR 2024-2029).
When compared globally, China generates the highest revenue, reaching US$525bn in 2024.
In terms of per capita revenue, each person in the Nordics generates US$499.90 in 2024.
The hardware and building materials market in the Nordics is experiencing a surge in demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products.

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 Nordics has seen minimal growth due to factors such as declining consumer spending and a shift towards online shopping. However, with increasing demand for home improvement products and advancements in technology, the Hardware & Building Materials Market is expected to experience significant growth in the coming years.

Customer preferences: The Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market is seeing a growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products. This trend is driven by the rising awareness among consumers about the environmental impact of their purchases and the desire to make more responsible choices. As a result, there is a shift towards greener building materials, such as bamboo, recycled plastic, and energy-efficient options. Additionally, the trend towards DIY projects and home renovations is also fueling the demand for affordable and environmentally friendly materials.

Trends in the market: In the Nordics, the Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market is seeing a shift towards online sales and digitization. With the increasing competition from e-commerce giants, home improvement retailers are focusing on improving their online presence and offering more personalized and convenient online shopping experiences. Additionally, there is a growing trend of using virtual and augmented reality technologies to showcase products and facilitate DIY projects. These trends are expected to continue, driving industry stakeholders to invest in innovative digital solutions and stay ahead of the curve.

Local special circumstances: In the Nordics, the Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market is driven by the region's strong DIY culture, with a high demand for self-sufficiency and sustainability. This has led to a focus on eco-friendly and energy-efficient products, as well as a preference for locally sourced materials. Additionally, the region's strict environmental regulations have influenced the development of innovative and environmentally-friendly building materials.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The Hardware & Building Materials Market within the DIY & Hardware Store Market is impacted by macroeconomic factors such as economic stability, consumer confidence, and housing market trends. Countries with strong economic growth, stable housing markets, and high consumer spending are likely to see a rise in demand for DIY and hardware products. On the other hand, countries with economic volatility, declining consumer confidence, and a slowing housing market may experience a decrease in market growth as consumers cut back on non-essential purchases. Additionally, government policies such as tax incentives and subsidies for home renovation projects can also influence market performance.

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.