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GCC: Semiconductor Device Market 2025

Semiconductor Device Market Size in GCC

The GCC semiconductor device market reduced to $X in 2021, which is down by -11.2% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a perceptible expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Semiconductor Device Production in GCC

In value terms, semiconductor device production shrank to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a pronounced increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Semiconductor Device Exports

Exports in GCC

In 2021, overseas shipments of semiconductor devices increased by 35% to X units, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 667% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, semiconductor device exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 312% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from the United Arab Emirates (X units), together reaching 99% of total export.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the semiconductor devices exports, with a CAGR of -4.7% from 2012 to 2021. While the share of the United Arab Emirates (+78 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) also remains the largest semiconductor device supplier in GCC.

In the United Arab Emirates, semiconductor device exports decreased by an average annual rate of -5.7% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in GCC stood at $X per unit in 2021, which is down by -5.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 121%. The level of export peaked at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -1.1% per year.

Semiconductor Device Imports

Imports in GCC

In 2021, supplies from abroad of semiconductor devices decreased by -33.4% to X units, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 96%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, semiconductor device imports reduced dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 214%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2020, and then plummeted in the following year.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the three major importers of semiconductor devices, namely the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Oman, represented more than two-thirds of total import. The following importers - Qatar (X units) and Bahrain (X units) - together made up 4.9% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Qatar (with a CAGR of +147.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported semiconductor devices in GCC, comprising 33% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Kuwait ($X), with a 2.5% share of total imports. It was followed by Qatar, with a 1.2% share.

In the United Arab Emirates, semiconductor device imports expanded at an average annual rate of +24.3% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Kuwait (+34.0% per year) and Qatar (+16.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in GCC stood at $X per unit in 2021, rising by 4.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 195% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per unit), while Bahrain ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kuwait (+30.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the semiconductor device market in GCC. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 26112260 - Semiconductor devices (excluding photosensitive semiconductor devices, photovoltaic cells, thyristors, diacs and triacs, transistors, diodes, and light-emitting diodes)

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in GCC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024