PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1664508
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1664508
Miscellaneous store retailers pertain to retail establishments specializing in the sale of specific goods, such as flowers and pets, which do not fall under other classifications.
The primary categories of miscellaneous store retailers include florists, used merchandise stores, and pet and pet supply stores, among others. Florist shops denote businesses involved in the sale of flowers and decorative plants, catering to various purposes such as decoration and recreation. These establishments are owned by a variety of business structures, including retail chains and independent retailers, encompassing C-corporations, S-corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships.
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The miscellaneous store retailers market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $797.49 billion in 2024 to $850.35 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to consumer spending patterns, changing consumer lifestyles, retail location and accessibility, seasonal and holiday trends, popularity of niche products.
The miscellaneous store retailers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1054.24 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to e-commerce and online retail, sustainability and ethical consumerism, consumer experience and personalization, economic conditions and disposable income, demographic changes. Major trends in the forecast period include community engagement and social responsibility, innovations in payment and checkout processes, health and wellness product offerings, partnerships with influencers and collaborations, flexible store formats and spaces.
The growing prevalence of online shopping is anticipated to drive the growth of miscellaneous store retailers. Online shopping involves purchasing goods through electronic mediums, such as mobile devices or computers, via the internet. As online shopping increases, more consumers are likely to view and buy miscellaneous products, which often fall outside conventional categories. These goods can be easily sold online, making it more likely for shoppers to discover them compared to traditional offline stores. For instance, in November 2023, the International Trade Administration (ITA), a U.S.-based agency within the Department of Commerce, reported that the UK is the third-largest eCommerce market globally, following China and the U.S. As of January 2021, consumer eCommerce accounted for 36.3% of the total retail market in the UK, with revenue projected to reach $285.60 billion by 2025. Furthermore, in 2022, online sales in the UK saw their highest annual growth since 2007, increasing by 36%. This surge underscores the growing importance of eCommerce in the UK retail landscape.
The rising trend of urbanization is expected to drive the growth of the miscellaneous store retailers market in the coming years. Urbanization refers to the increasing concentration of populations in urban areas, characterized by the expansion of cities and towns along with social, economic, and infrastructural changes. As urbanization accelerates, the demand for miscellaneous store retailers is increasing, as they offer a variety of products that cater to consumer preferences in urban environments, providing convenience and accessibility. For example, in April 2023, the World Bank Group, a U.S.-based international organization, reported that approximately 56% of the global population, or 4.4 billion people, currently live in cities. This trend is expected to continue, with urban populations projected to more than double by 2050, leading to nearly 70% of people residing in urban areas. Additionally, urban land consumption is growing 50% faster than population growth, potentially resulting in an extra 1.2 million km2 of urban built-up area by 2030. This underscores the substantial expansion of urbanization worldwide. Therefore, the increasing urbanization is a key factor driving the growth of the miscellaneous store retailers market.
A notable trend in the miscellaneous store retailers market is the adoption of technological innovations. Major companies are introducing solutions such as the EY Retail Intelligence Solution, designed to address challenges in retailing and maintain a competitive market position. Launched by EY in January 2023, this solution utilizes advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), image recognition, and analytics to gather data from retail channels and transform it into valuable insights. The EY Retail Intelligence Solution also offers intelligent customer recommendations, self-checkout options, and the ability to assess the sustainability credentials of products using a mobile phone camera.
Innovation in products, exemplified by stores such as HappyShop, is a focus for major companies in the miscellaneous store retailers market. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. introduced HappyShop in September 2023, a retail store designed to enhance customer experience by providing a wide range of services, including home utility products, groceries, healthcare items, and more. HappyShop follows a 'Harmonized Retail' approach, combining both online and offline channels to offer customers a one-stop-shop for their daily needs.
In March 2022, Kingswood Capital Management LP acquire The Save Mart Companies for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move is expected to enable The Save Mart Companies, a US-based departmental and miscellaneous store chain with 204 stores under the Save Mart banner, to expand its reach into new geographical areas.
Major companies operating in the miscellaneous store retailers market include Walmart Inc., Amazon.com Inc., Costco Wholesale Corporation, JD.com Inc., The Kroger Co., Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc., Alibaba Group Holding Limited, Target Corporation, Lowe's Companies Inc., The Schwarz Group, Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V., Carrefour Group, Auchan Retail International S.A., Aldi Inc., The Home Depot Inc., Dollar General Corporation, Dollar Tree Inc., Family Dollar, Five Below Inc., Michaels Stores Inc., Party City Holdings Inc., PetSmart Inc., Ross Stores Inc., Sally Beauty Holdings Inc., Staples Inc., The Container Store Group Inc., 7-Eleven Inc.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the miscellaneous store retailers market in 2024. The regions covered in the miscellaneous store retailers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the miscellaneous store retailers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The miscellaneous store retailers market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as flower care and handling, floral design and arrangement, merchandising, cake decorating supplies-retail. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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This report focuses on miscellaneous store retailers market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.