Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers in the US - Industry Market Research Report

Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers in the US

The Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers industry consists of companies that act as agents between buyers (mostly retailers) and sellers (manufacturers). Negative performance during the recession included crashing demand from the automotive sector along with decreased disposable income and low consumer confidence. Looking ahead, the industry is well on the way to recovery, backed by higher demand from most downstream markets. The industry will face several challenges, though, including an increasing threat from wholesale bypass.

Wholesale trade agents and brokers act on behalf of buyers and sellers in the process of distributing goods at a wholesale level. They refrain from taking title of the goods in the selling process and instead generate income from commissions and fees for their services. Establishments acting in the capacity of agents or brokers that operate using the internet or other electronic means instead of a sales force are excluded from the industry.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.