Printing Market Report 2025

The printing market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $339.57 billion in 2024 to $357.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to publishing industry growth, packaging requirements, global economic conditions, environmental regulations, consumer preferences.

The printing market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $423.75 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to sustainable printing practices, e-commerce packaging, smart packaging, remote work impact, health and safety concerns. Major trends in the forecast period include 3D printing advancements, digital printing, personalization in printing, augmented reality (AR) integration, smart printing solutions, hybrid printing technologies.

The growth of the printing market is anticipated to be driven by the increasing demand for packaging in e-commerce. Custom-printed e-commerce packages are widely utilized by the expanding network of e-commerce retailers. For example, data from the U.S. Census Bureau indicates that U.S. retail e-commerce sales in the third quarter of 2022 reached $265.9 billion, marking a 3% increase from the second quarter of the same year. Despite a 9.1% increase in total retail sales during that period, e-commerce sales in the third quarter of 2022 saw a significant growth of 10.8% compared to the third quarter of 2021. Consequently, the thriving e-commerce market is expected to create a demand for printing, influencing the market's growth in the forecast period.

The anticipated expansion of the textile industry is expected to drive the growth of the printing market in the future. This expansion can be attributed to several factors, including a growing population, urbanization, economic development, fashion trends, and technological advancements. Printing enhances the textile industry by allowing for vibrant and intricate designs on fabrics, enabling customization and differentiation in fashion and home decor products. For example, according to the Textile Machinery Manufacturers Association, an India-based association of textile manufacturers, textile and apparel exports from India reached US$ 44.4 billion in FY22, representing a 41% year-over-year (YoY) increase. Thus, the expansion of the textile industry is contributing to the growth of the printing market.

Technological advancements have become a prominent trend in the printing market, with major companies striving to introduce new technologies for a competitive edge. For instance, in 2022, Markem-Imaje, a Switzerland-based provider of traceability and variable data solutions for the packaging industry, launched the IoT-powered platform called MiVistaTM. This platform offers various self-support and helpdesk printer services, featuring simplified coding processes, self-sufficiency, automated risk monitoring, and advanced remote diagnostic capabilities.

Leading companies in the printing market are intensifying their focus on introducing multi-feature printers to enhance their competitive position. Multi-feature printers combine essential office functions into a single machine. In July 2023, HP Inc., a U.S.-based technology company, introduced a new series of LaserJet Pro printers with scan, print, copy, and fax features. These versatile and efficient printers, equipped with wireless and automatic 2-sided printing capabilities, are designed to meet the needs of businesses and individuals requiring high-quality printing, scanning, copying, and faxing. The inclusion of the HP Smart app facilitates convenient mobile printing and scanning.

In September 2024, Sebis Direct Inc., a US-based document solutions provider, announced its acquisition and merger with Standard Printing Company (SPC) and its division, Information Outsource (IO), for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Sebis Direct to integrate SPCIO’s extensive experience and advanced technology into its operations. Standard Printing Company is a US-based provider of printing services.

Major companies operating in the printing market include HP Inc., Canon Inc., Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA, Ricoh Company Ltd., Toppan Inc., Dai Nippon Printing Co. Ltd., Konica Minolta Inc., Xerox Corporation, R.R. Donnelley & Sons, LSC Communications Inc., Quad/Graphics Inc., Gannett Co Inc., SHUTTERFLY Inc., Transcontinental Inc., Cenveo Corporation, Vistaprint NV, Electronics for Imaging Inc., OKI Data Corporation, ENNIS Inc., Raksul Inc., The Vomela Companies, Xante Corporation, O'Neil Printing Inc., ACME Printing, The McClatchy Company, Print Direction Inc., Taylor Communications, Ryobi Limited, Screen Holdings Co. Ltd., Gallus Holding AG, Domino Printing Sciences plc, MGI Digital Technology.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the printing market in 2024. North America was the second largest region in the printing market. The regions covered in the printing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the printing market report are Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, France, Germany, UK, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa.

Printing is a technique that involves applying a specific amount of coloring agent onto a chosen surface to produce text or artwork. Modern methods of text and image reproduction no longer rely on the mechanical concept of pressure or the traditional notion of coloring agents. Printing is a service utilized for producing various products such as newspapers, books, labels, business cards, stationery, business forms, and other materials.

The primary types of unfinished paper include paper, paperboard, and newsprint. Paper and paperboard are described as matted or felted sheets, typically made from plant fibers, including those from trees or recycled paper and paperboard waste (such as corrugated cases, newsprint, sacks, bags, and cartons). These materials find applications in wrapping, bags, sacks, cartons, tubs, lids, molded fiber packaging, and backing cards. The production of unfinished paper involves methods such as mechanical pulping, chemical pulping, and combined processes. Various industries utilize unfinished paper, including the food industry, agricultural sector, chemicals, building materials, and others.

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The printing market includes revenues earned by entities by providing printing for books and newspapers, textiles, plates, wallpaper, packaging, and billboards, all of which are cleaned with rinsing. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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