Insights into the growth of Slovenia ecommerce profiling payment methods, target audiences, marketing, social media, economy and logistics
Economy
Slovenia is home to 2 million people with a total GDP of US$54 billion. GDP per capita is currently US$28,103 and expected to reach US$36,521 by 2026. Slovenia is ranked as the 40th richest country by the World Bank GDP per capita rankings.
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Digital User Insights
There are currently 1.1 million ecommerce users in Slovenia. The average user spends US$502 online, which will grow to US$590 by 2025.
Product Categories
Total ecommerce revenue across all product categories is US$560 million, expected to reach US$696 million by 2025. Fashion is currently the leading product category, accounting for US$171 million market share. Toys, Hobby, and DIY is second, accounting for US$132 million.
By 2025, Fashion will still lead, valued at US$217 million. Toys, Hobby, and DIY will also grow, reaching US$151 million.
Logistics
In 2016, Slovenia was ranked 35th in the World Bank Logistics ranking. 55% of Slovenia’s population reside in urban areas.
Preferred Online Payments
63% of shoppers used prepaid cards when shopping online, and a further 17% used mobile. Credit cards were also used online accounting for 10% of purchases.
Where does Slovenia buy from?
Slovenia imports from Germany (US$5.87 billion), Italy (US$5.16 billion), Austria (US$3.57 billion), Switzerland (US$3.46 billion), and China (US$2.85 billion).
Internet and Device Usage
Internet penetration in Slovenia is currently at 79%, and should reach 81% by 2025. Smartphone penetration is 75% and is projected to grow to 81% by 2025.
89% of online shoppers in Slovenia shop online via desktop. 4% of shoppers make purchases via smartphone, and 3% made their most recent purchase via tablet.
Marketing
Total Marketing spend in Slovenia has risen in recent years, as advertisers steadily invest more in digital advertising. Digital has grown to the second-highest market spend reaching US$24 million.
Social Media
Slovenia’s Social Media Penetration is 52% expect to reach 53% by 2025. YouTube, Facebook and Instagram are the leading social networks.
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*Insights derived from ESW data, Statista, WorldBank, OECD and other industry sources.
