B2B E-commerce Market

Global B2B E-commerce Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Type (Buyer Oriented E-commerce, Supplier Oriented E-commerce, and Intermediary Oriented E-commerce), by Verticals (Fashion and Apparel, Automotive, Food and Beverages, Healthcare, Consumer Electronics, and Others), and Forecast 2019-2025

Published: Jun 2020 | Report Code: OMR2021816 | Category : Communication Services | Delivery Format: /

The global B2B e-commerce market is estimated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Expansion of the e-commerce industry, technological advances in the e-commerce industry, and the rising number of new players in e-commerce are some of the major factors contributing to the growth of the market. The e-commerce industry has been experiencing potential growth across the globe owing to rapid urbanization and internet penetration, which is positively influencing the global B2B e-commerce market. As per the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), in 2017, the global e-commerce sales grew 13%, hitting an estimated $29 trillion. 

Apart from a large number of internet buyers bought products from domestic vendors, the share of consumers buying products from abroad increased from 15% in 2015 to 21% in 2017. Thus, this is anticipated to enhance the growth of the B2B e-commerce industry during the forecast period. Further, EDI (Electronic Data Interchange), CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)are some of the key technologies deployed for B2B e-commerce. Further, the integration of the cloud provides ample opportunities for the future growth of the market. 

Segmental Outlook

The global B2B e-commerce market is segmented on the basis of type and verticals. Based on the type, the market is segmented into buyer-oriented e-commerce, supplier-oriented e-commerce, and intermediary-oriented e-commerce. Whereas, based on the verticals, the market is segmented into fashion and apparel, automotive, food and beverages, healthcare, consumer electronics, and others.

Global B2B E-commerce Market, by Verticals 2018 (%)

Fashion and Apparel,and Food and Beverage Sector to Grow Significantly in the Market

Amongst the verticals of the global B2B e-commerce market, fashion and apparel vertical is expected to register significant growth in the market during the forecast period. The segmental growth is attributed to the rising trends of online purchasing of fashion and apparel products. The fashion and apparel industry are increasingly realizing the future opportunities of e-commerce in ready-to-wear retail and high-end design. In addition, food and beverages segmental growth is accredited to the shifting trends of the consumers towards the online food channels to save travel time. Thus, this is projected to enhance the segmental growth of the market.

Regional Outlook

The global B2B E-commerce market is geographically segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. The North American e-commerce market has been rapidly growing owing to the development of technological infrastructure in major economies such as the US. E-commerce companies offer tracking, pickup, contract logistics, and so on, thus enabling the buyers to track the product's real-time location and can also customize the delivery time of the product. Further, the B2B e-commerce market in North America is growing due to the integration of various companies across the globe. Further, Asia-Pacific is estimated to hold a significant share in the market due to the presence of key players such as Alibaba and Amazon.

Global B2B E-commerce Market by Region, 2018 (%)

Market Players Outlook

Some of the prominent players operating in the global B2B E-commerce market include Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., Amazon.com Inc., Flipkart Pvt. Ltd., Focus Technology Co. Ltd., India MART, Netalogue Technologies Plc, and many others. These are the key companies adopting several organic and inorganic growth strategies such as product launches & developments, partnerships, agreements, and acquisitions to strengthen their product portfolios and maintain a competitive position in the global B2B e-commerce market. 

The Report Covers

  • Market value data analysis of 2018 and forecast to 2025.
  • Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
  • Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
  • Key companies operating in the global B2B e-commerce market. Based on the availability of data, information related to products& services, and relevant news is also available in the report.
  • Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
  • Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
  • Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.

1. Report Summary

1.1. Research Methods and Tools

1.2. Market Breakdown

1.2.1. By Segments

1.2.2. By Geography

2. Market Overview and Insights

2.1. Scope of the Report

2.2. Analyst Insight & Current Market Trends

2.2.1. Key Findings

2.2.2. Recommendations

2.2.3. Conclusion

2.3. Rules & Regulations

3. Competitive Landscape

3.1. Key Strategy Analysis

3.2. Key Company Analysis

3.2.1. AlibabaGroup Holding Ltd.

3.2.1.1. Overview

3.2.1.2. Financial Analysis 

3.2.1.3. SWOT Analysis

3.2.1.4. Recent Developments

3.2.2. Amazon.com, Inc.

3.2.2.1. Overview

3.2.2.2. Financial Analysis 

3.2.2.3. SWOT Analysis

3.2.2.4. Recent Developments

3.2.3. HCLTechnologies Ltd.

3.2.3.1. Overview

3.2.3.2. Financial Analysis 

3.2.3.3. SWOT Analysis

3.2.3.4. Recent Developments

3.2.4. IBM Corp.

3.2.4.1. Overview

3.2.4.2. Financial Analysis 

3.2.4.3. SWOT Analysis

3.2.4.4. Recent Developments

3.2.5. IndiaMART InterMESH Ltd.

3.2.5.1. Overview

3.2.5.2. Financial Analysis 

3.2.5.3. SWOT Analysis

3.2.5.4. Recent Developments

4. Market Determinants

4.1. Motivators

4.2. Restraints

4.3. Opportunities

5. Market Segmentation

5.1. Global B2B E-commerce Market by Type

5.1.1. Buyer Oriented E-commerce

5.1.2. Supplier Oriented E-commerce

5.1.3. Intermediary Oriented E-commerce

5.2. Global B2B E-commerce Market by Verticals

5.2.1. Fashion and Apparel

5.2.2. Automotive

5.2.3. Food and Beverages

5.2.4. Healthcare

5.2.5. Consumer Electronics

5.2.6. Others 

6. Regional Analysis

6.1. North America

6.1.1. United States

6.1.2. Canada

6.2. Europe

6.2.1. UK

6.2.2. Germany

6.2.3. Italy

6.2.4. Spain

6.2.5. France

6.2.6. Rest of Europe 

6.3. Asia-Pacific

6.3.1. China

6.3.2. India

6.3.3. Japan

6.3.4. Rest of Asia-Pacific 

6.4. Rest of the World

7. Company Profiles

7.1. Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.

7.2. Amazon.com, Inc.

7.3. ChinaAseanTrade.com

7.4. Flipkart Pvt. Ltd.

7.5. Focus Technology Co.Ltd.

7.6. IndiaMART InterMESH Ltd.

7.7. Mercateo AG

7.8. Netalogue Plc

7.9. Newegg Business Inc.

7.10. OpenCart

7.11. Salesforce.com Inc.

7.12. Shopify Inc.

7.13. Techdinamics Solutions Inc.

7.14. ThomasNet Inc.


1. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

2. GLOBAL BUYER ORIENTED B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

3. GLOBAL SUPPLIER ORIENTED B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

4. GLOBAL INTERMEDIARY ORIENTED B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

5. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY VERTICALS, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

6. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE FOR FASHION AND APPAREL MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

7. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE FOR AUTOMOTIVE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

8. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE FOR FOOD AND BEVERAGES MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

9. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE FOR HEALTHCARE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

10. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE FOR CONSUMER ELECTRONICS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

11. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE FOR OTHER VERTICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

12. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY GEOGRAPHY, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

13. NORTH AMERICAN B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

14. NORTH AMERICAN B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

15. NORTH AMERICAN B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY VERTICALS, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

16. EUROPEAN B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

17. EUROPEAN B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

18. EUROPEAN B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY VERTICALS, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

19. ASIA-PACIFIC B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

20. ASIA-PACIFIC B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

21. ASIA-PACIFIC B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY VERTICALS, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

22. REST OF THE WORLD B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

23. REST OF THE WORLD B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY VERTICALS, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)


1. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SHARE BY TYPE, 2018 VS 2025 (%)

2. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SHARE BY VERTICALS, 2018 VS 2025 (%)

3. GLOBAL B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SHARE BY GEOGRAPHY, 2018 VS 2025 (%)

4. US B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

5. CANADA B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

6. UK B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

7. FRANCE B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

8. GERMANY B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

9. ITALY B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

10. SPAIN B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

11. ROE B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

12. INDIA B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

13. CHINA B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

14. JAPAN B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

15. REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)

16. REST OF THE WORLD B2B E-COMMERCE MARKET SIZE, 2018-2025 ($ MILLION)