EU ice cream production hit 3.3 billion liters in 2024 (a 2% rise from 2023's), with Germany, France, Italy, Spain and Poland as top producers-Poland (up 29%) was the only top-five country with growth, while Belgium, Bulgaria and the Czech Republic also saw significant production increases.
In 2025, Europe's e-commerce will see significant growth (with the market expected to reach $707.9 billion that year) driven by cross-border sales and omnichannel strategies, featuring high online shopping penetration among EU residents (77% in 2024) who demand quality logistics.
Shopify saw a 42% growth in its European GMV in Q2 2025, with overall revenue up 31% year-over-year, driven by localized initiatives like multi-currency payout support and strong market share in regions such as Germany.
