Exacompta Clairefontaine S.A. Overview
Pro stress-test →Exacompta Clairefontaine is a France-based manufacturer of paper products, stationery, and office supplies with 166+ years of heritage. The company operates dual segments of paper production and processing, serving office, school, archive, and leisure markets across Europe with recognized brands including Exacompta, Clairefontaine, Quo Vadis, and Rhodia.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →The Group is an European leader on most of its markets and highly promotes the values of paper and writing with a portfolio of strong and well established brands. The company has modernized through digital expansion, acquiring Photoweb, Lalalab, and Fizzer to complement traditional paper operations. In 2024, Exacompta Clairefontaine's revenue was 831.27 million, though facing headwinds from secular paper industry decline.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Sales are geographically distributed as: France (51%), Europe (45.4%), and other (3.6%), positioning the company as a regional European player. Competitors include TAKKT AG (market cap €210.6M) and ACCO Brands, competing in business equipment/supplies. The company's advantage lies in heritage brands and vertical integration, but faces structural headwinds from digitalization and declining office paper consumption.
Industry Context
Exacompta Clairefontaine S.A. operates in Paper Products & Office Supplies / Business Equipment & Supplies.
Key facts
Founded: 1858 · Headquarters: Etival-Clairefontaine, France · Employees: 3,362 · Revenue: €831M (2024) · Market cap: €173-186M