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Clothing Stores in Askøy: An Analytical Overview of the Industry
Data, companies, and opportunities for entrepreneurs and local decision-makers in Askøy municipality (2025-2026).
Brief Overview of Clothing Stores in Askøy
Industry Overview
Clothing stores in Askøy form an active sector with 28 registered companies in the municipality, according to 2025 data. The most central activities take place in Kleppestø, which has 9 companies and 73 employees, while Florvåg has 1 company and 4 employees. The industry has been marked by variations in sales and employees over time, with a 5.9% decrease in sales from 2024 to 2025, but a 4.0% increase in the number of employees over the same period. The most well-known companies include Lindex, Kappahl, and Cubus, which have shown stable or positive economic development.
Economic Development for Clothing Stores
Economic Development
Sales and Employees Over Time:
| Year | Sales (NOK) | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 53.4M | 75 |
| 2024 | 56.7M | 71 |
| 2023 | 57.3M | 68 |
Sales have shown a 5.9% decrease from 2024 to 2025, but there is a positive trend in the number of employees, which has increased by 4.0% over the same period. The most stable development is recorded by Lindex and Kappahl, which have shown positive economic development over the past few years. Cubus has also shown a stable economy with an EBITDA margin of 9% in 2025.
Companies Within Clothing Stores in Askøy
Companies in the Industry
In Askøy, there are 28 companies registered within the clothing store sector, of which 16 are listed with detailed economic data. The most common forms of organization are AS (10 companies), while there are also DA and ENK forms. The most well-known companies include:
- Lindex AS (Kleppestø): 10 employees, 1.4M NOK in operating income per employee, 3% EBITDA margin.
- Kappahl AS (Kleppestø): 9 employees, 1.5M NOK in operating income per employee, 11% EBITDA margin.
- Cubus Kleppestø AS: 7 employees, 1.7M NOK in operating income per employee, 9% EBITDA margin.
There are no registered bankruptcies in the industry, but Zavanna Alti Askøy has a negative EBITDA of -758.9K NOK in 2025, which could be a warning for new entrants.
Geographic Distribution of Activity
Geographic Distribution
The most active companies are located in Kleppestø, which has 9 companies and 73 employees. Florvåg has 1 company and 4 employees. There are no registered companies in other parts of the municipality. Kleppestø is therefore the main central area for clothing stores in Askøy, with a high concentration of companies and employees.
Dynamics and Stability in the Industry
Dynamics and Stability
The industry has been relatively stable over time, with no registered bankruptcies. However, Zavanna Alti Askøy has shown a negative EBITDA of -758.9K NOK in 2025, which could be a warning for new entrants. Most companies have positive economic development, with higher EBITDA margins than the average in the municipality. This indicates that the industry has relatively good economic stability, even though there are variations between companies.
Outlook for New Entrants
For new entrants in the industry, there can be both opportunities and challenges. Sales have shown a 5.9% decrease from 2024 to 2025, which may indicate a weaker consumer economy in the municipality. However, the number of employees has increased by 4.0% over the same period, which may indicate growing interest in the sector. It is important to be aware of the competition from existing companies such as Lindex, Kappahl, and Cubus, which have shown stable or positive economic development. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs find suitable locations in the municipality to maximize the chances of success.
Outlook for Creative, Arts, and Entertainment Activities
The broader creative, arts, and entertainment activities sector in Askøy has 47 companies, showing that the industry is more extensive than just clothing stores. Sales in this sector have shown a 1.1% decrease from 2024 to 2025, while the number of employees has increased by 1.0%. The most well-known companies in this sector include Ravnanger Service Senter AS and Kl Moberg Skotøyforretning AS, which have higher sales and employees than many clothing stores. This suggests that there may be opportunities to develop within this broader sector, although the competition may be stronger.
Other companies in kreative, kunst og underholdningsaktiviteter (not in clothing store)
| Company | Industry | Address | Sales | Employees | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravnanger Service Senter As | second-hand goods store | Ravnanger, 5327 Hauglandshella | NOK 16.9M | 4 | NOK 8.3M |
| Kl Moberg Skotøyforretning As Avd Eurosko Kleppestø | footwear store | Kleppestø Senter, 5300 | NOK 9.9M | 12 | NOK 758.7K |
| Scrapperiet As | knit store | Juvikflaten 18, 5308 Kleppestø | NOK 3.2M | 5 | NOK 7.0K |
| 8 Global Trade As | second-hand goods store | Florvågvegen 327, 5305 | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| 8 Global Trade As | second-hand goods store | Florvågvegen 327, 5305 | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Alasaad Brukthandel | second-hand goods store | Grønnlivegen 29, 5300 Kleppestø | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Alasaad Brukthandel | second-hand goods store | Grønnlivegen 29, 5300 Kleppestø | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Jankauskas Retro Møbler Studio | second-hand goods store | Krokåsdalen 98, 5302 Strusshamn | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Kalsås Gjenbruk As | second-hand goods store | Monsakleiva 4A, 5310 Hauglandshella | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Lille Lambus Stoff Og Tekstil As | knit store | Setemyrhaugen 6, 5314 Kjerrgarden | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Lille Lambus Stoff Og Tekstil As | knit store | Setemyrhaugen 6, 5314 Kjerrgarden | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Marko Sarrah | second-hand goods store | Grønnlivegen 29, 5300 Kleppestø | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Marko Sarrah | second-hand goods store | Grønnlivegen 29, 5300 Kleppestø | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Solveigs Teak Takk As | second-hand goods store | Moteidet 2, 5305 Florvåg | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Sy Re As | knit store | Sjødalsvegen 24, 5305 Florvåg | NOK 0 | 1 | NOK 0 |
| Vj Retro Møbler Studio | second-hand goods store | Krokåsdalen 98, 5302 Strusshamn | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Waals Antikk | second-hand goods store | Øvre Kleppe-vegen 51, 5300 Kleppestø | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK 0 |
| Bfj Invest As | knit store | Marikovneset 13, 5302 Strusshamn | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK -21.0K |
| Granheim Holding As | second-hand goods store | Kollevåg, 5310 Hauglandshella | NOK 0 | 0 | NOK -89.0K |
Conclusion
Clothing stores in Askøy form an active sector with 28 companies, of which the most central activities take place in Kleppestø. The industry has shown a 5.9% decrease in sales from 2024 to 2025, but an increase in the number of employees of 4.0%. The most well-known companies have shown stable or positive economic development, indicating that the industry has relatively good economic stability. For new entrants, there can be both opportunities and challenges, and it is important to be aware of the competition from existing companies. SmartGrunder can help entrepreneurs find suitable locations in the municipality to maximize the chances of success.