2025 Development
Retail in the Netherlands shows resilient growth, with value sales reaching EUR138 billion in 2025. This expansion is primarily driven by higher wages and a slight boost in consumer confidence, despite continued cost pressures. Competition is intensifying as global e-commerce giants like Amazon invest heavily in improving their services. Meanwhile, discounters are expanding their market share by targeting price-conscious shoppers. The market favours operators who can utilise scale, technology, and a value-focused approach, but poses challenges for those dependent on traditional mid-market formats, which are losing relevance as consumer preferences shift toward convenience, affordability, and digital engagement. To succeed, brands should prioritise operational efficiency, digital innovation, and unique value propositions—especially through partnerships, private label development, and omnichannel strategies—while also addressing increasing demand for sustainability, transparency, and health-conscious products.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Retail industry in Netherlands with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Convenience Stores
- Discounters
- Hypermarkets
- Supermarkets
- Traditional Grocery Retailers
- Apparel and Footwear Specialist Retailers
- Electronics and Appliance Specialist Retailers
- Health and Beauty Specialist Retailers
- Home and Garden Specialist Retailers
- Department Stores
- Variety Stores
- Warehouse Clubs
- Direct Selling
- Homeshopping
- Vending
If you're in the Retail industry in Netherlands, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Retail in Netherlands report includes:
- Analysis of key retail trends
- Detailed segmentation of offline and online retail sales
- Historic channel sizes (retail value sales, outlet counts, and selling space)
- Company and brand market shares (retail value sales and outlet counts)
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Retail in Netherlands?
- Which are the leading retailers in Retail in Netherlands?
- How are products distributed in Retail in Netherlands?
- How is the rise of e-commerce and the expansion of modern grocery retail impacting traditional retail?
- How significant are discounters and private label in Netherlands?
- To what extent are sales shifting towards digital channels?
- What is the long-term outlook for bricks-and-mortar?
- How is macroeconomic and political uncertainty affecting the retail industry?
- What types of retailers are seeing the fastest growth in digital sales?
- What is the future of retail?
Retail in the Netherlands
2025 Development
Key Data Insights
Amazon Accelerates Investment to Reshape Consumer Expectations and Local Competition
Bol.Com and Supermarkets Anchor Value, While Discounters and E-Commerce Outpace Growth
Action Leverages Influencer Marketing to Boost Value and Social Reach
Discounters and Retail E-Commerce Are Surpassing the Mid-Market Sector as Technological Advancements Transform the Competitive Landscape
Amazon and European Legislation Drive Polarisation and Margin Pressure
Albert Heijn Expands Reach as Discounters Drive Change
Toychamp’S Acquisition and New Concepts Reshape Competition
Informal Retail
Opening Hours for Physical Retail
Seasonality
Sinterklaas (St Nicholas)
Christmas
Winter sales
Summer sales
Convenience Retailers in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Convenience Retailers Summary
Tango and Bakker Bart Reshape Convenience with Foodservice Partnerships
Consolidation, Ai, and Consumer Caution Shape the Dutch Convenience Landscape in 2025
Ah to Go Leverages Ai to Drive Multilingual Accessibility and Efficiency
Forecourt Retailers Attract Electric Vehicle Drivers with Enhanced Facilities
Gen Z and Millennials Drive Demand for Tailored, Affordable Meal Solutions
Van Tol Continues to Attract Franchisees, While Spar Defends Its Wide Consumer Base
Supermarkets in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Supermarkets Summary
Albert Heijn and Jumbo Expand Networks to Drive Value Gains
Aldi Remodels Stores and Regains Shopper Trust with Price Leadership
Albert Heijn’S Beauty Relaunch Links Food and Personal Care for Growth
Albert Heijn Accelerates Ai Adoption to Drive Cost Efficiency
Jumbo and Competitors Prioritise Price as Inflation Reshapes Consumer Behaviour
Ai-Enabled Operations Minimise Food Waste and Enhance In-Store Support
Albert Heijn Expands through Acquisitions to Strengthen Leadership
Hypermarkets in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Hypermarkets Summary
Jumbo and Albert Heijn Boost Value with New Meal Solutions
Jumbo and Albert Heijn Reshape Food Shopping with Grocerant Strategy
Albert Heijn and Jumbo Shift Focus From Expansion to Optimisation
Jumbo and Albert Heijn Expand Non-Food Ranges to Capture New Spend
Albert Heijn Xl and Jumbo Consolidate Control through Pricing and a Fresh Food Focus
Jumbo’S Recovery and Albert Heijn Xl’S Pricing Drive New Opportunities for Innovation
Discounters in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Discounters Summary
Aldi and Lidl Attract Value-Driven Shoppers and Fuel Retail Growth
Lidl Invests in Sustainable Private Label Innovation to Boost Appeal
Aldi’S Price Leadership Strengthens Shopper Trust and Brand Loyalty
Aldi and Lidl Expand Non-Food Ranges to Drive Growth
Aldi’S Renovation and Lidl’S Expansion into Non-Food Items Are Transforming How Shoppers Behave
Aldi Leverages Price Reputation to Close the Gap with Lidl
Small Local Grocers in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Small Local Grocers Summary
Consumers Delay Spending Despite Rising Wages and Outlet Growth
Price Increases in Grocery Staples Prompt Caution in Household Budgets
Independent Grocers Strengthen Loyalty to Offset Technology Gap
Coöperatieve Primera Ba Builds on Share Gains to Reinforce Leadership
General Merchandise Stores in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
General Merchandise Stores Summary
Action Wins Loyalty as Affordability and Novelty Drive Repeat Visits
Hema Reinvents Appeal with High-Quality Private Label Innovation
Action Leverages Affordability to Outpace Rivals as Value Grows
Retailers Expand Media Revenue as Digital Strategies Reshape Profits
Household Budget Pressures Sustain Demand for Discount-Driven Innovation
Action Accelerates Gains as Rivals Consolidate or Reinvent
Apparel and Footwear Specialists in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Apparel and Footwear Specialists Summary
Primark Addresses the Demand for Discounts by Promoting Responsible Fashion
Zalando Rewards Customer Engagement as Online Rivals Invest in Loyalty
Major Brands Invest in Resale as Circular Fashion Reshapes Demand
Primark Retains Leadership as Uniqlo Accelerates Share Gains
Appliances and Electronics Specialists in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Appliances and Electronics Specialists Summary
Coolblue Expands Omnichannel Reach as Independents Decline
E-Commerce and Omnichannel Leaders Outpace Independents in Store Expansion
Coolblue’S Omnichannel Strategy Accelerates Share Gains over Rivals
Retailers Prioritise Curated Advice and Service to Retain Shoppers
Cross-Channel Investments Accelerate Consolidation and Shake-Out
Sustainability Commitments Drive Product and Service Innovation
Media Markt and Coolblue Accelerate Share Gains as Independents Exit
Home Products Specialists in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Home Products Specialists Summary
Ikea Responds to Discount Rivals by Lowering Prices and Boosting Loyalty
Home Improvement and Gardening Stores Drive Value While Pet Shops Lag
Gamma’S Fast Delivery Pilot Highlights E-Commerce Innovation under Pressure From Global Giants
E-Commerce and Digital Advice Reshape the In-Store Experience
Smart Home Integration and Ai Boost Value-Added Services
Demographic Change Drives Demand for Convenience and Personalisation
Intergamma Invests in Service While Rivals Boost Innovation and Partnerships
Beter Bed Uses Technology and Partnerships to Build Loyalty
Health and Beauty Specialists in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Health and Beauty Specialists Summary
Kruidvat Leverages Discounting and Private Label to Drive Consumer Value
Pharmacies Maintain Leadership as Health and Personal Care Stores Accelerate
Kruidvat’S Private Label and Discount Strategies Win over Cautious Shoppers
Older and Younger Shoppers Boost Demand for Wellness and Self-Care
Pharmacies Hold the Top Position as Beauty Specialists Outpace in Growth
Brands Shift to Sustainability and Inclusivity Amid Price Pressure
As Watson Accelerates Growth While Normal Capitalises on Retail Vacancies
Normal Capitalises on Retail Vacancies and Discount Demand to Fuel Expansion
Vending in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Vending Summary
Transport Operators Restrict Machine Locations, Slowing Growth in Convenience Purchases
Drinks Machines Dominate as Station Policies Drive Outlet Mix
Fashion Machine Operators Adapt to Restrictions and Capture Double-Digit Gains
Cashless Technology Reshapes Payment Habits and Machine Formats
Personalised Offers and Healthy Products Broaden Consumer Appeal
Drinks Machines Leverage Legacy Locations to Maintain Dominance
Lekkerland Nl Bv Strengthens Position as Rivals Lose Share
Direct Selling in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Direct Selling Summary
Amazon Attracts Entrepreneurs with Expanded Support and Investment
Health and Beauty Direct Selling Drives Value and Resilience
E-Commerce Platforms Offer Direct Sellers New Pathways to Growth
Ai-Powered Personalisation Reshapes Seller Retention and Consumer Loyalty
Beauty and Personal Care Sellers Lose Ground to Retail Chains and E-Commerce
Younger Entrepreneurs Migrate to Digital Platforms for Greater Opportunity
Herbalife Sustains Leadership as Aesop Captures Young Urban Demand
Retail E-Commerce in the Netherlands
Key Data Insights
Retail E-Commerce Summary
Amazon Accelerates Price Competition and Choice through a Major Investment
Bol.Com Empowers Creators to Drive Engagement in Social Shopping
Chinese E-Commerce Faces New Eu Rules as M-Commerce Accelerates
Ai-Powered Price Tools and Social Shopping Reshape Competition
Bol.Com Narrows Marketplace to Trusted Sellers, While Chinese Entrants Reshape Competition
Temu Captures Bargain Hunters as Price Transparency Intensifies
Country Reports Disclaimer
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Retail
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- Convenience Stores
- Forecourt Retailers
- Supermarkets
- Hypermarkets
- Discounters
- Warehouse Clubs
- Food/Drink/Tobacco Specialists
- Small Local Grocers
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- Department Stores
- Variety Stores
- Apparel and Footwear Specialists
- Appliances and Electronics Specialists
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- Home Improvement and Gardening Stores
- Homewares and Home Furnishing Stores
- Pet Shops and Superstores
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- Beauty Specialists
- Pharmacies
- Optical Goods Stores
- Health and Personal Care Stores
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- Bags and Luggage Specialists
- Jewellery and Watch Specialists
- Sports Goods Stores
- Traditional Toys and Games Stores
- Other Non-Grocery Retailers
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- Fashion Vending
- Health and Beauty Vending
- Appliances and Electronics Vending
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- Alcoholic Drinks Vending
- Hot Drinks Vending
- Soft Drinks Vending
- Tobacco Products Vending
- Foods Vending
- Home Products Vending
- Other Products Vending
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- Apparel and Footwear Direct Selling
- Personal Accessories Direct Selling
- Eyewear Direct Selling
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- Beauty and Personal Care Direct Selling
- Consumer Health Direct Selling
- Tissue and Hygiene Direct Selling
- Appliances and Electronics Direct Selling
- Drinks and Tobacco Direct Selling
- Foods Direct Selling
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- Consumer Appliances E-Commerce
- Consumer Electronics E-Commerce
- Toys and Games E-Commerce
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- Home and Garden E-Commerce
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- First-Party (1P) Marketplace E-Commerce
- Third-Party (3P) Marketplace E-Commerce
- Grocery E-Commerce
- General Merchandiser E-Commerce
- Apparel and Footwear Specialist E-Commerce
- Appliances and Electronics Specialist E-Commerce
- Home Products Specialist E-Commerce
- Health and Beauty Specialist E-Commerce
- Leisure and Personal Goods Specialist E-Commerce
- Other E-Commerce Retailers
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Retail
Retail is the sale of new and used goods to consumers from a business for personal or household consumption from retail outlets, kiosks, market stalls, vending, direct selling and e-commerce. Retail is the aggregation of Retail Offline and Retail E-Commerce. Excludes specialist retailers of motor vehicles, motorcycles, vehicle parts. Also excludes fuel sales, foodservice sales, rental transactions, wholesale sales (e.g. Cash and Carry), and sales through cannabis dispensaries in markets where cannabis is sold legally. Sales value excluding or including VAT/Sales Tax. Retail also excludes the informal retail sector. Informal retailing is retail trade which is not declared to the tax authorities. Informal retailing encompasses (a) sales generated by unregistered and unlicensed retailers, i.e. retailers operating illegally, and (b) any proportion of sales generated by a registered and licensed retailer that is not declared to the tax authorities. Unregistered and unlicensed retailers operate predominantly (although not exclusively) as street hawkers or operate open market stalls, as these channels are harder for the authorities to monitor than permanent outlets. Activities in the illegal market, which is usually understood to refer to trade in illegal, counterfeit or stolen merchandise, are included within our definition of informal retailing. Activities in the “grey market”, which is usually understood to refer to trade in legal merchandise that is sold through unauthorized channels – for example cigarettes bought legally in another country, legally imported, but sold at lower prices than in authorized channels – will be included as informal retailing if no tax is paid on sale by the retailer. However if the retailer pays tax – for example on cigarettes bought legally in another country but sold at a lower price than standard – the sale is included within formal retail.
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