European Eyewear Market: Strategic Outlook 2026 - Chapter 2
Research Methodology & Data Framework
Transparent Approach to Market Analysis and Projections
Research Framework
Triangulation Method
Cross-verification of data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Time-Series Analysis
Historical trend analysis combined with forward-looking indicators.
Primary Data Sources
Financial Reports Analysis
| Company | Reports Analyzed | Key Metrics | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| EssilorLuxottica | Annual Reports, Investor Presentations | Revenue, EBIT, Regional Sales | 2020-2024 |
| Safilo Group | Financial Statements, Market Updates | Net Sales, Gross Margin, Brand Performance | 2020-2024 |
| Marcolin | Annual Reports, Interim Statements | Revenue, EBITDA, License Portfolio | 2020-2024 |
| De Rigo | Financial Publications, Press Releases | Sales Growth, Market Share | 2020-2024 |
| Fielmann | Capital Markets Day Presentations | Store Performance, Unit Sales | 2023-2025 |
Industry & Market Data
Eurostat Data
EU trade statistics and demographic data
European Council of Optometry
Market size estimates and trends
National Optical Associations
Country-specific market intelligence
Custom Trade Data Analysis
HS Code 9003 & 9004 import/export data
Analytical Methodology
Financial Metrics Analysis
- Revenue growth trends
- Margin analysis (Gross, EBIT, Net)
- Regional revenue breakdown
- Product segment performance
- Channel distribution analysis
Market Sizing Approach
- Bottom-up market modeling
- Supply-demand balancing
- Time-series forecasting
- Scenario analysis
- Risk-adjusted projections
Geographic Coverage
Western Europe
Other Regions
Limitations & Assumptions
Methodological Considerations
- Data Lag: Most recent complete datasets available through Q3 2024
- Currency Fluctuations: All figures converted to EUR using average annual rates
- Market Boundaries: Analysis focuses on core eyewear markets (optical + sunglasses)
- Projection Uncertainty: Forecasts subject to macroeconomic and geopolitical changes
Data Quality Assurance
Source Verification
All data cross-referenced with original sources
Regular Updates
Quarterly methodology review and updates
Consistency Checks
Data consistency across time periods
Expert Validation
Industry expert review of findings
Report Chapters
Data Sources Summary
Primary Sources
5 Company Financial Reports
3 Industry Associations
2 Government Databases
Time Period
2020-2024 Historical
2025-2026 Projections
Geographic Scope
15 European Countries
Western & Eastern Europe
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Chapter 3 provides detailed market size projections and growth drivers