The French IT equipment rental market is estimated at over €12 billion. Service leasing, often referred to as operational leasing, financial leasing and leasing with or without an option to purchase are attractive alternatives to traditional purchasing. Companies are increasingly turning to leasing services for their equipment needs, recognizing the financial flexibility, operational advantages, tax benefits and ability to upgrade technology on a regular basis. The equipment rental market in France, which encompasses a variety of IT equipment such as laptops, desktops, printers and scanners, has been growing strongly for many years. It contracted by just 1% during the pandemic. The French market is the leader in Europe, accounting for some 44% of sales in the European Union. After France, Germany contributes around 18% and Italy around 13%. Banks and financial institutions, as well as the manufacturers themselves, play a dominant role. Companies are embracing cloud computing, which red
