Belgium Listed Companies
Number of listed domestic companies CM.MKT.LDOM.NO
Belgium's listed companies was 117 in 2015, ranked 35th globally. This represents a 3.5% increase from 2014. Data from World Bank, covering 1975–2015.
Overview
Belgium's listed companies stood at 117 in 2015, a rise of +4 from 2014. Belgium ranked 35th globally.
Belgium’s stock of listed companies fell dramatically from an all‑time peak of 290.00 in 1975 to a trough of 113.00 in 2014, before rising slightly to the latest 2015 figure of 117.00, which places the country 35th worldwide. Over the 41‑year coverage period the decline represents a reduction of roughly 60 percent, reflecting long‑term consolidation, stricter listing requirements and the growing prominence of alternative financing channels. By contrast, neighboring Netherlands maintained a higher count of 100.00 listed firms, while peer economies such as Oman recorded 116.00, indicating that Belgium’s market depth remains modest relative to both regional and Gulf counterparts. The modest rebound after the 2014 trough suggests that regulatory reforms and renewed investor interest could stabilize the number of listings, but sustained growth will likely depend on further easing of capital‑market barriers and the attraction of high‑growth sectors.
Data & projection
| Year | Listed Companies | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 117 | +4 | #35 |
| 2014 | 113 | −4 | #33 |
| 2013 | 117 | −1 | #36 |
| 2012 | 118 | −2 | #36 |
| 2011 | 120 | −4 | #35 |
| 2010 | 124 | −4 | #35 |
| 2009 | 128 | −3 | #35 |
| 2008 | 131 | −4 | #36 |
| 2007 | 135 | −2 | #36 |
| 2006 | 137 | −1 | #35 |
| 2005 | 138 | −3 | #36 |
| 2004 | 141 | −4 | #39 |
| 2003 | 145 | −3 | #42 |
| 2002 | 148 | −11 | #43 |
| 2001 | 159 | −2 | #46 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Belgium matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw listed companies improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Belgium's listed companies was 117 in 2015. Ranked 35th globally. This represents a 3.5% increase from the previous year.
Belgium's listed companies peaked at 290 in 1975.
The lowest listed companies in Belgium was 113 in 2014.
Belgium ranks 35th globally in listed companies as of 2015.
The World Bank indicator code is CM.MKT.LDOM.NO. Data sourced from World Bank.
The listed companies of Belgium in 2015 was 117. This ranks 35th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_belgium_listed-companies,
title = {Belgium Listed Companies},
url = {https://historysaid.com/belgium/listed-companies/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}