Dark Store Market

Dark Store Market Size, Share, Competitive Landscape and Trend Analysis Report by Category, Age Group, and Delivery Option: Global Opportunity and Industry Forecast (2024-2030)

Report ID:

1038

Industry:

FMCG

Published on:

Sept 2025

1. Dark Store Market: Overview

1.1. Study Assumption and Market Definition

1.2. Scope of the Study

1.3. Executive Summary

1. Market Size and Market Share by Segments, Region and Country

2. Dark Store Market: Market Variables and Key Insights

2.1. Dark Store Market Dynamics

2.1.1. Market Trends Analysis

2.1.2. Market Drivers Analysis

2.1.3. Market Challenges Analysis

2.1.4. Market Opportunities Analysis

2.2. Dark Store Market Business Tools Analysis

2.2.1. PORTER’s Five Forces Analysis

2.2.2. PESTLE Analysis

2.3. Technology Roadmap

2.4. Value Chain Analysis

2.5. Regulatory Landscape by Region

2.5.1. North America

2.5.2. Europe

2.5.3. Asia Pacific

2.5.4. Middle East and Africa

2.5.5. South America

2.6. Analysis of Government Schemes and Initiatives on the Global Dark Store Market

3. Dark Store Market: Global Market Size, Trend Analysis and Forecast (2024-2030) in Value (USD Billion)

3.1. Global Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

3.1.1. Groceries

3.1.2. Meat

3.1.3. Dairy

3.2. Global Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

3.2.1. Children

3.2.2. Adult

3.3. Global Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

3.3.1. Curbside

3.3.2. Instore

3.3.3. Home

3.4. Global Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Country (2024-2030)

3.4.1. North America

3.4.2. Europe

3.4.3. Asia Pacific

3.4.4. Middle East & Africa

3.4.5. South America

4. Dark Store Market: North America Market Size, Trend Analysis and Forecast (2024-2030) in Value (USD Billion)

4.1. North America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

4.1.1. Groceries

4.1.2. Meat

4.1.3. Dairy

4.2. North America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

4.2.1. Children

4.2.2. Adult

4.3. North America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

4.3.1. Curbside

4.3.2. Instore

4.3.3. Home

4.4. North America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, by Country (2024-2030)

4.4.1. United States

4.4.2. Mexico

4.4.3. Canada

4.4.1.1. United States Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

4.4.1.2. United States Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

4.4.1.3. United States Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

4.4.2.1. Mexico Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

4.4.2.2. Mexico Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

4.4.2.3. Mexico Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

4.4.3.1. Canada Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

4.4.3.2. Canada Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

4.4.3.3. Canada Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5. Dark Store Market: Europe Market Size, Trend Analysis and Forecast (2024-2030) in Value (USD Billion)

5.1. Europe Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.1.1. Groceries

5.1.2. Meat

5.1.3. Dairy

5.2. Europe Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.2.1. Children

5.2.2. Adult

5.3. Europe Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5.3.1. Curbside

5.3.2. Instore

5.3.3. Home

5.4. Europe Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Country (2024-2030)

5.4.1. United Kingdom

5.4.2. France

5.4.3. Germany

5.4.4. Italy

5.4.5. Spain

5.4.6. Sweden

5.4.7. Russia

5.4.8. Rest of Europe

5.4.1.1. United Kingdom Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.4.1.2. United Kingdom Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.4.1.3. United Kingdom Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5.4.2.1. France Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.4.2.2. France Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.4.2.3. France Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5.4.3.1. Germany Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.4.3.2. Germany Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.4.3.3. Germany Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5.4.4.1. Italy Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.4.4.2. Italy Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.4.4.3. Italy Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5.4.5.1. Spain Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.4.5.2. Spain Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.4.5.3. Spain Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5.4.6.1. Sweden Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.4.6.2. Sweden Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.4.6.3. Sweden Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5.4.7.1. Russia Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.4.7.2. Russia Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.4.7.3. Russia Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

5.4.8.1. Rest of Europe Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

5.4.8.2. Rest of Europe Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

5.4.8.3. Rest of Europe Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

6. Dark Store Market: Asia Pacific Market Size, Trend Analysis and Forecast (2024-2030) in Value (USD Billion)

6.1. Asia Pacific Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

6.1.1. Groceries

6.1.2. Meat

6.1.3. Dairy

6.2. Asia Pacific Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

6.2.1. Children

6.2.2. Adult

6.3. Asia Pacific Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

6.3.1. Curbside

6.3.2. Instore

6.3.3. Home

6.4. Asia Pacific Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Country (2024-2030)

6.4.1. China

6.4.2. South Korea

6.4.3. Japan

6.4.4. India

6.4.5. Australia

6.4.6. ASEAN

6.4.7. Rest of Asia Pacific

6.5.1.1. China Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

6.5.1.2. China Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

6.5.1.3. China Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

6.5.2.1. South Korea Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

6.5.2.2. South Korea Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

6.5.2.3. South Korea Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

6.5.3.1. Japan Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

6.5.3.2. Japan Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

6.5.3.3. Japan Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

6.5.4.1. India Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

6.5.4.2. India Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

6.5.4.3. India Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

6.5.5.1. Australia Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

6.5.5.2. Australia Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

6.5.5.3. Australia Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

6.5.6.1. ASEAN Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

6.5.6.2. ASEAN Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

6.5.6.3. ASEAN Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

6.4.7.1. Rest of Asia Pacific Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

6.4.7.2. Rest of Asia Pacific Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

6.4.7.3. Rest of Asia Pacific Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

7. Dark Store Market: Middle East & Africa Market Size, Trend Analysis and Forecast (2024-2030) in Value (USD Billion)

7.1. Middle East & Africa Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

7.1.1. Groceries

7.1.2. Meat

7.1.3. Dairy

7.2. Middle East & Africa Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

7.2.1. Children

7.2.2. Adult

7.3. Middle East & Africa Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

7.3.1. Curbside

7.3.2. Instore

7.3.3. Home

7.4. Middle East & Africa Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, by Country (2024-2030)

7.4.1. South Africa

7.4.2. GCC

7.4.3. Turkey

7.4.4. Rest of ME&A

7.5.1.1. South Africa Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

7.5.1.2. South Africa Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

7.5.1.3. South Africa Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

7.5.2.1. GCC Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

7.5.2.2. GCC Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

7.5.2.3. GCC Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

7.5.3.1. Turkey Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

7.5.3.2. Turkey Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

7.5.3.3. Turkey Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

7.4.4.1. Rest of ME&A Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

7.4.4.2. Rest of ME&A Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

7.4.4.3. Rest of ME&A Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

8. Dark Store Market: South America Market Size, Trend Analysis and Forecast (2024-2030) in Value (USD Billion)

8.1. South America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

8.1.1. Groceries

8.1.2. Meat

8.1.3. Dairy

8.2. South America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

8.2.1. Children

8.2.2. Adult

8.3. South America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

8.3.1. Curbside

8.3.2. Instore

8.3.3. Home

8.4. South America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, by Country (2024-2030)

8.4.1. Brazil

8.4.2. Argentina

8.4.3. Rest of South America

8.5.1.1. Brazil Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

8.5.1.2. Brazil Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

8.5.1.3. Brazil Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

8.5.2.1. Argentina Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

8.5.2.2. Argentina Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

8.5.2.3. Argentina Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

8.4.3.1. Rest of South America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Category (2024-2030)

8.4.3.2. Rest of South America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Age Group (2024-2030)

8.4.3.3. Rest of South America Dark Store Market Size and Forecast, By Delivery Option (2024-2030)

9. Dark Store Market: Competitive Landscape

9.1. JBI Competition Matrix

9.2. Competitive Landscape

9.3. Key Players Benchmarking

1. Company Name

2. Product Segment

3. End-User Segment

4. Revenue Details

5. Market Share

6. Company Locations

9.4. Market Categorisation

1. Market Leaders

2. Market Followers

3. Market Emerging Players

4. Mergers and Acquisitions Details

9.5. Company Profiles of Leading Market Players (Company Overview, Product Portfolio, Financial Overview, SWOT Analysis, Strategies, Recent Developments, (Based on Availability))

1. Company Name

2. Product Segment

3. End-User Segment

4. Revenue Details

5. Market Share

6. Company Locations

9.5.1. Amazon

9.5.2. Walmart

9.5.3. Swiggy

9.5.4. Instacart

9.5.5. Zepto

9.5.6. Flipkart

9.5.7. Dunzo

9.5.8. Target

9.5.9. Uber Eats

9.5.10. DoorDash

9.5.11. Kroger

9.5.12. Auchan

9.5.13. Grab

9.5.14. Ola Foods

9.5.15. Zomato

10. Dark Store Market: Strategic Recommendations/ Market Opportunities

11. Dark Store Market: Key Takeaways

12. Dark Store Market: Research Methodology

Note:

• The table of contents is as per our syndicate report aimed at a broader audience, can be modified as per requirements.

• TOC can be amended before delivery as per research updates by the analysts.

Dark Store Market Overview

The global Dark Store Market was valued at USD 25.2 billion in 2024. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 38.8% during the forecast period and is expected to reach nearly USD 189.2 billion by 2030. The Dark Store Market plays a key role in supporting the immediate-hand and online grocery markets. Dark Store was adopted by retailers to push up the speed of deliveries and the utility of the operational system. Dark stores used to be built up with tools deployed in more than two shifts. Almost all the space in the dark stores is occupied by the product storage shelving and the order preparation task. The shelving, packing, and billing procedure of each order from the time of receipt to the completion took not more than 1.5 minutes. Delivery costs in this model were 23%, less than traditional retail outlets for the same-day deliveries. Such operational efficiencies attracted both existing traders and new players in the market.

In 2024, consumer adoption rates continued to reflect the influence of pandemic-driven behavior changes. More than 67% of consumers in Europe had used dark stores during COVID-19, while in the UK, usage reached 84%, with the highest engagement seen in the 25–44 age group. The Dark Store Market secured a good position as a cost-effective business in the competitive quick commerce market by offering the solution of rapid deliveries at minimal operational costs.

The report by Jadhavar Business Intelligence Pvt. Ltd. presents an in-depth analysis of the Dark Store Market from 2024 to 2030, offering global, regional, and country-level insights. It covers market definitions, assumptions, scope, and detailed segmentation by category, age group, delivery option, and geography. The study examines key trends, drivers, challenges, and opportunities, supported by PORTER’s Five Forces, PESTLE, technology roadmaps, value chain analysis, and regulatory assessments. Regional coverage spans North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America, with country-level forecasts. The competitive landscape benchmarks leading players, profiles major companies, and reviews strategic developments. The report concludes with actionable recommendations, market opportunities, and key takeaways for strategic decision-making.

Dark Store Market Dynamic’s

The Dark Store Market was driven by reduced operational costs, prompt delivery, and the best network setup. In India, the store sizes were between 2,500 and 4,000 sq. ft, which was perfect for serving dense demand areas. Large Mother-Warehouse size of around 175,000 sq. ft., which involved supporting a network of 30-40 dark stores within a city. The dark store model minimized processing time, with efficient picking systems and order stacking that increased average deliveries per trip. With the help of this structure, brands were able to provide super-fast delivery options of under 20 minutes to some selected areas. The increase in consumer demand for faster deliveries made quick commerce companies prioritize delivering within a distance of 2-5 km, which helped them maintain a good balance between speed and coverage. The ability to process thousands of orders per day at a lower per-order cost created a scalable and profitable fulfilment framework.

The Dark Store Market faced challenges in urban integration and regulatory compliance. In the downtown area of Paris, there were fewer than 100 facilities corresponding to over 60,000 businesses. The issue of traffic congestion and the parking demand of delivery vehicles continued. Weekday transactions resulted in 150–300 vehicles passing by, while in many cases, 11–13 delivery vehicles were the occupants of on-street parking mostly. In 2024, the cities of Amsterdam and Rotterdam imposed a one-year moratorium on the establishment of new dark stores. The challenges activated the origin of new ideas such as the delivery route optimizer, collab commercial electric vehicle, and mini-fulfilment partner for greening up sustainability and improving the public image. The Dark Store Market continued to witness tense competition in FY24. Swiggy Instamart was ahead with 523 stores, Blinkit followed with 451, Zepto was at 340, and BB Now wrapped up at 350.

Dark Store Market Segment Analysis

The Dark Store Market is segmented into By Category, By Age Group, and By Delivery Option.

By Category

Based on the Category, the market is categorized into Groceries, Meat, and Dairy. In 2024, the Groceries segment dominated the Dark Store Market, accounting for 66.7% of the total market share. The dark store model was driven by the steady demand from consumers for the basic everyday necessities and pantry items that were in line with its operational capabilities. Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sales and regular restocking periods made it possible to sell the stock at a rate that is faster than set by the model itself. In addition to it, the segment also got the advantage as a result of the adoption of the newer ordering machinery, which was capable of doing the order very quickly, even if the time span was limited. The dark stores' potential to have a large number of SKUs in a very small area makes it possible for grocery items to be stocked according to the local demand, and the sales of online grocery shopping became consumers' first choice, thus keeping the grocery segment as a leader in the Dark Store Market for the whole year.

By Delivery Option

Based on the Delivery Option, the market is categorized into Curbside, In-store, and Home. In 2024, the home segment dominated the Dark Store Market, accounting for 54.9% of the total market share. The growth of this segment was primarily driven by the fact that more and more customers began to prefer quick and easy home deliveries, which was made possible with the help of the strong dark store networks. The use of the dark store model made it possible for commerce companies to ship orders in less than five minutes, by having an optimised picking and packing. The Dark Store Market growth was driven by mobile ordering and app-based promotions, which make it the first preferred option of customers in urban areas.

Dark Store Market Region Analysis

In 2024, the North America region dominated the Dark Store Market with a share of 34% of the global market. The primary driver for this was massive consumer acceptance of online grocery services, availability of advanced fulfilment technologies, and an efficient digital payment ecosystem. Retailers within the area were the ones that first introduced AI-enabled demand forecasting and automated picking systems, leading to a decrease in delivery times and an increase in inventory accuracy. In addition, the Dark Store Market in North America experienced a 25% growth in same-day delivery adoption, which is an indication of the shifts in consumer preferences towards quicker and more trustworthy service. Regulatory backing and digital commerce, and massive investment in last-mile logistics were the two main factors that improved market performance. Urban areas with high purchasing power were the driving force behind the regular demand for quick commerce solutions. The retail chains are teaming up with technology providers to streamline operations and increase customer satisfaction. These bundled elements led the North American region to dominate the Dark Store Market.

Dark Store Market Competitive Analysis

Some key players dominated the Dark Store Market in 2024, and a few stood out for their strong operational strategies and technological adoption. Amazon led with its vast fulfilment network, advanced automation, and strong customer loyalty. Walmart strengthened its position in the Dark Store Market through efficient supply chain management and strategic partnerships with last-mile delivery providers. Swiggy increased purchases in urban areas by integrating dark store operations with its food delivery platform, offering quick grocery delivery services. Instacart enhanced its market share by collaborating with multiple retail chains and leveraging data analytics to optimize order fulfillment. Zepto, as an emerging player, built a reputation for ultra-fast delivery in under 10 minutes, attracting a young and tech-savvy customer base. These companies set benchmarks in speed, reliability, and customer experience, reinforcing the competitive landscape of the Dark Store Market and shaping its direction in multiple high-growth regions.

Key Players –

· Amazon

· Walmart

· Swiggy

· Instacart

· Zepto

· Flipkart

· Dunzo

· Target

· Uber Eats

· DoorDash

· Kroger

· Auchan

· Grab

· Ola Foods

· Zomato

Frequently Ask Questions –

1) Who are the major key players of Dark Store Market?

Ans - Major players include Amazon, Walmart, Swiggy, Instacart, and Zepto. These companies lead through advanced fulfillment networks, strategic partnerships, and rapid delivery capabilities.

2) Which region accounted for the highest market share in 2024 for Dark Store Market?

Ans - North America led the market in 2024 with 34% share, driven by advanced fulfillment technologies, strong digital payment systems, and high consumer adoption of quick commerce.

3) What was the Dark Store Market size in 2024?

Ans – The Dark Store Market was valued at USD 25.2 billion in 2024.

4) Which segment is expected to lead the Dark Store Market during the forecast period?

Ans - The Groceries segment is expected to lead the market during the forecast period, supported by consistent demand for everyday essentials and fast-moving consumer goods.

5) What is the growth rate of the Dark Store Market?

Ans- The growth rate of the Dark Store Market is 38.8%.

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