GCC - Mobile Phones - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Mobile Phone Exports
Exports in GCC
In 2023, the amount of mobile phones exported in GCC skyrocketed to X units, jumping by X% against the previous year. Overall, exports showed a temperate increase. The volume of export peaked at X units in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, mobile phone exports surged to $X in 2023. In general, exports showed a resilient increase. The level of export peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
The United Arab Emirates dominates exports structure, resulting at X units, which was near X% of total exports in 2023. Oman (X units) took a little share of total exports.
Exports from the United Arab Emirates increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Oman (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Oman emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in GCC, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. While the share of the United Arab Emirates (X p.p.) and Oman (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the largest mobile phone supplier in GCC, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Oman ($X), with a X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates totaled X%.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in GCC amounted to $X per unit, surging by X% against the previous year. Export price indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, mobile phone export price decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure at $X per unit in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per unit), while the United Arab Emirates totaled $X per unit.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (X%).
Mobile Phone Imports
Imports in GCC
In 2023, mobile phone imports in GCC rose remarkably to X units, surging by X% against 2022 figures. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X units in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, mobile phone imports expanded sharply to $X in 2023. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
The United Arab Emirates prevails in imports structure, amounting to X units, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Saudi Arabia (X units), committing a X% share of total imports. Kuwait (X units), Oman (X units) and Qatar (X units) took a minor share of total imports.
The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the mobile phones imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Oman (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Qatar and Kuwait experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Saudi Arabia (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the United Arab Emirates (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2023, the share of Saudi Arabia (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported mobile phones in GCC, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Kuwait, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United Arab Emirates stood at X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (X% per year) and Kuwait (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in GCC stood at $X per unit in 2023, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2023, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per unit in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per unit), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mobile phone 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 26302200 - Telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks
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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
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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