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Global Telephone Market 2025

Telephone Market Size

The global telephone market totaled $X in 2022, with an increase of 3.8% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a perceptible reduction. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Telephone Production

In value terms, telephone production expanded modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 10%. Over the period under review, global production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Telephone Exports

Exports

In 2022, shipments abroad of telephones and videophones was finally on the rise to reach X units for the first time since 2012, thus ending a nine-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, telephone exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a perceptible shrinkage. The global exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2022, China (X units), distantly followed by India (X units), the United States (X units), Hong Kong SAR (X units), Malaysia (X units) and Germany (X units) were the major exporters of telephones and videophones, together committing 72% of total exports. Vietnam (X units), the Netherlands (X units), Thailand (X units), the UK (X units), Mexico (X units) and France (X units) held a little share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to telephone exports from China stood at -10.4%. At the same time, India (+26.0%), Mexico (+6.0%), the United States (+5.3%) and Malaysia (+2.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, India emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +26.0% from 2012-2022. By contrast, the Netherlands (-3.9%), Thailand (-4.5%), the UK (-6.2%), Germany (-6.3%), France (-7.7%), Vietnam (-10.3%) and Hong Kong SAR (-13.2%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. India (+14 p.p.), the United States (+5.7 p.p.) and Malaysia (+4 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global exports, while Vietnam, Hong Kong SAR and China saw its share reduced by -2.2%, -8.9% and -18% from 2012 to 2022, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, India ($X), the United States ($X) and China ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, with a combined 39% share of global exports.

In terms of the main exporting countries, India, with a CAGR of +22.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average telephone export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, jumping by 19% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.7%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per unit), while China ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+4.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Telephone Imports

Imports

In 2022, after nine years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of telephones and videophones, when their volume increased by 19% to X units. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. Global imports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, telephone imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a noticeable shrinkage. Global imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X units), distantly followed by India (X units), France (X units), Guatemala (X units) and Germany (X units) represented the major importers of telephones and videophones, together committing 51% of total imports. The following importers - the UK (X units), Mexico (X units), Hong Kong SAR (X units), the United Arab Emirates (X units), the Netherlands (X units), Spain (X units), Japan (X units) and Russia (X units) - together made up 23% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Guatemala (with a CAGR of +48.8%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), France ($X) and Guatemala ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for 44% of global imports.

Among the main importing countries, Guatemala, with a CAGR of +49.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average telephone import price amounted to $X per unit, increasing by 7.3% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 11%. Global import price peaked at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Guatemala ($X per unit), while India ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+7.6%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Japan and South Africa, with a combined 60% share of global consumption. The United States, Brazil and France lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 10%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Japan and the United States, together accounting for 69% of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Vietnam and India, which together accounted for a further 6.8%.
In value terms, China, the United States and the Netherlands constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together comprising 37% of global exports. Germany, the UK, Malaysia, Thailand, Slovakia, France, Hungary, Vietnam, the United Arab Emirates and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 37%.
In value terms, the United States, France and Germany constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 43% share of global imports.
The average telephone export price stood at $74,263 per ton in 2021, rising by 8.1% against the previous year.
The average telephone import price stood at $48,275 per ton in 2021, increasing by 2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global telephone market. 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 26302100 - Line telephone sets with cordless handsets
  • Prodcom 26302330 - Telephone sets (excluding line telephone sets with cordless handsets and telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks), videophones

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL 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. 9. GLOBAL 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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

  13. 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

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