Retail Logistics Market Report 2026

The retail logistics market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $265.32 billion in 2025 to $292.51 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of organized retail networks, expansion of physical distribution centers, increasing consumer demand for faster deliveries, rising use of third-party logistics providers, growth in inventory-intensive retail formats.

The retail logistics market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $429.84 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing dominance of e-commerce retail logistics, rising investments in smart fulfillment centers, expansion of same-day and next-day delivery services, growing adoption of ai-driven demand forecasting, increasing focus on sustainable retail logistics. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of omnichannel fulfillment models, rising demand for automated warehousing solutions, growing focus on last-mile delivery optimization, expansion of reverse logistics capabilities, enhanced use of data-driven inventory management.

The increasing e-commerce sector is expected to propel the growth of the retail logistics market going forward. The e-commerce sector encompasses all commercial transactions conducted electronically over the internet. The e-commerce sector is growing due to increasing internet penetration, the convenience of online shopping, and expanding digital payment options. Retail logistics in e-commerce ensures efficient storage, management, and delivery of goods, enhancing customer satisfaction through timely and accurate order fulfillment. For instance, in April 2024, according to the European Commission, a Belgium-based governing body, implementing decisions, and upholding the EU treaties, among individuals aged 16-74 surveyed, 92% used the internet in the last year, with 70% purchasing goods or services, marking a 2% increase from 2022. Additionally, 75% of EU internet users bought items online in 2023, highlighting the continued growth of e-commerce. Therefore, the increasing e-commerce sector is driving the growth of the retail logistics market.

Major companies operating in the retail logistics market are developing technologically advanced offerings, such as location intelligence solutions, to better serve customers with advanced features. A location intelligence solution utilizes geographic data to provide insights and analytics for making informed business decisions. For instance, in September 2023, Delhivery, an India-based logistics company, launched LocateOne, an application programming interface (API)-driven location intelligence stack that enhances address data quality and accuracy, particularly improving rooftop precision and addressing fraudulent activities across retail, commerce, fintech, banking, and financial services sectors. Delhivery emphasizes its state-of-the-art solution, powered by patented address disambiguation and identification technology, positioning it to drive operational excellence in commerce. Delhivery views its OS1 platform as crucial in establishing itself as the operating system for commerce, providing businesses with significant opportunities for streamlined operations.

In July 2023, Swiggy, an India-based online food item ordering and delivery chain, acquired LYNK for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Swiggy enters India’s food and grocery retail market, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing markets. LYNK plans to swiftly expand its current platform by utilizing Swiggy's technological and logistical prowess after its acquisition. LYNK is an India-based retail logistics service provider.

Major companies operating in the retail logistics market are United Parcel Service Of America Inc., FedEx Corp., DHL International GmbH, A.P. Moller - Maersk AS, Delhivery Pvt. Ltd., DSV AS, C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc., Nippon Express Co. Ltd., Expeditors International of Washington Inc., J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., Ryder System Inc., GXO Logistics Inc., XPO Logistics Inc., Lineage Inc., Americold Logistics Inc., APL Logistics Ltd., Blue Dart Express Ltd., Rhenus Logistics Sarl, ACT Fulfillment Inc., Freight Tiger, Safexpress Pvt. Ltd., NTC Logistics Pte Ltd., Avg Logistics, Secured Delivery Services, Ark India.

North America was the largest region in the retail logistics market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the retail logistics market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the retail logistics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The retail logistics market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as warehousing and distribution, order fulfillment, supply chain visibility, and vendor management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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