Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
The United Kingdom is home to some of the oldest and most respected book publishers in the world. In fact, Cambridge University Press is the world's oldest publisher and has been continuously operating since 1584. A good reputation and strong local copyright laws have made the United Kingdom the biggest exporter of books in the world.
The Book Publishing industry is expected to generate revenue of £4.25 billion in 2012-13, virtually unchanged (0.1% growth) from the previous year. The industry is export-oriented, with exports accounting for 42.9% of revenue. The local industry is expected to employ 26,384 people in 2012-13. Industry revenue is expected to decrease an annualised 0.9% over the five years through 2012-13... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Analysis Chapter
Book publishers have tried to prop up spending on books by extending their ranges. They are also using new media to increase the visibility and attractiveness of books, and to provide incremental revenue streams. However, the Book Publishing industry's revenue is forecast to decline an annualised 0.9% in the five years through 2012-13, due to lower domestic sales of physical books. This will be offset to some extent by growth in sales of e-books and in growth in export sales. The industry will experience moderate volatility over the period, with annual changes in revenue ranging from 5.6% growth in 2008-09 to a 6.1% decline in 2009-10. Industry revenue is expected to be £4.25 billion in 2012-13, up 0.1% from the previous year... purchase to read more