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Mobile Application - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 274 Pages
  • February 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 1824101
The global market for Mobile Application was valued at US$311.9 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$578.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 10.8% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions.

Global Mobile Application Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

The future of mobile application development is vibrant and dynamic, driven by continuous technological advancements and changing consumer demands. From the integration of 5G and IoT to the innovative use of AR/VR, developers are continuously pushing the boundaries to create more engaging, intuitive, and valuable applications. The surge in mobile app demand is driven by the widespread adoption of smartphones, increased internet connectivity, and advancements in digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). As we look to the future, the trends in mobile app development suggest a shift towards more immersive, personalized, and interactive user experiences.

As internet connectivity improves globally, especially in emerging markets such as Brazil, China, and India, there has been a significant increase in mobile app usage. This growth is particularly evident in the e-commerce sector, where mobile platforms are becoming the preferred medium for shopping thanks to the wide product range and attractive offers. The rollout of 5G is expected to revolutionize app capabilities, offering higher speeds and lower latency, thus paving the way for more complex applications, including those requiring real-time data transfer for AR/VR experiences and smarter IoT integrations. Furthermore, the emphasis on user-centric designs in mobile apps highlights the shift towards personalization and inclusivity, ensuring that applications cater effectively to diverse user bases.

Technological advancements in AR and VR are expanding the scope of mobile applications beyond gaming into sectors such as retail, education, and professional training. AI and ML are increasingly embedded in app development, enhancing user interfaces, personalizing user experiences, and making apps more intelligent overall. The growing implementation of AI-driven chatbots in customer service apps and voice recognition technology in user interfaces exemplifies this trend. Additionally, the adoption of beacon technology in retail and healthcare and the synchronization of apps with wearable technologies like smartwatches are indicative of the broader movement towards creating a seamless, integrated digital experience that extends across various platforms and devices.

Report Scope

The report analyzes the Mobile Application market, presented in terms of market value (USD). The analysis covers the key segments and geographic regions outlined below.

Segments

Store Type (Google Store, Apple Store, Other Store Types); Application (Gaming, Entertainment & Music, Health & Fitness, Travel & Hospitality, Retail & eCommerce, Other Applications).

Geographic Regions/Countries

World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Google Store segment, which is expected to reach US$248.9 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 12%. The Apple Store segment is also set to grow at 10.1% CAGR over the analysis period.
  • Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, valued at $80.1 Billion in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 14.5% CAGR to reach $136.5 Billion by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Mobile Application Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
  • Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
  • Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global Mobile Application Market.
  • Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

  • How is the Global Mobile Application Market expected to evolve by 2030?
  • What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
  • Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
  • How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
  • Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Report Features:

  • Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
  • In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
  • Company Profiles: Coverage of players such as Adept Business Solutions, Apple, Inc., BlackBerry Ltd., Burgan National Information Systems Co., Fueled and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Some of the 82 companies featured in this Mobile Application market report include:

  • Adept Business Solutions
  • Apple, Inc.
  • BlackBerry Ltd.
  • Burgan National Information Systems Co.
  • Fueled
  • Google LLC
  • IBM Corporation
  • LeewayHertz
  • Microsoft Corporation
  • Verbat Technologies

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • Mobile Application - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
  • Global Economic Update
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Increasing Smartphone Penetration Drives Mobile Application Market Growth
  • Rising Adoption of Mobile Apps in E-commerce Expands Addressable Market
  • Growth in the Gaming Industry Strengthens Business Case for Mobile Game Apps
  • Integration of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) Throws Spotlight on Innovative Apps
  • Expansion of Mobile Health (mHealth) Applications Accelerates Market Growth
  • Impact of 5G Technology on Mobile Apps. Here is How it Drives Demand
  • Growing Popularity of Mobile Payment Solutions Sustains Market Growth
  • Advances in AI and Machine Learning in Apps Propel Market Innovation
  • Rising Use of Mobile Apps in Education and E-learning Expands Market
  • Increasing Adoption of Social Media Applications Spurs Market Demand
  • Advances in Cloud-based Mobile Applications Propel Market
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Gaming by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 2: World Historic Review for Gaming by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World 15-Year Perspective for Gaming by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Entertainment & Music by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 5: World Historic Review for Entertainment & Music by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World 15-Year Perspective for Entertainment & Music by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Health & Fitness by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 8: World Historic Review for Health & Fitness by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World 15-Year Perspective for Health & Fitness by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Travel & Hospitality by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 11: World Historic Review for Travel & Hospitality by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World 15-Year Perspective for Travel & Hospitality by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 14: World Historic Review for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World 15-Year Perspective for Other Applications by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Mobile Application by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 17: World Historic Review for Mobile Application by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: World 15-Year Perspective for Mobile Application by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 19: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Google Store by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 20: World Historic Review for Google Store by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: World 15-Year Perspective for Google Store by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 22: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Apple Store by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 23: World Historic Review for Apple Store by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: World 15-Year Perspective for Apple Store by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 25: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Store Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 26: World Historic Review for Other Store Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 27: World 15-Year Perspective for Other Store Types by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 28: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Retail & eCommerce by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 29: World Historic Review for Retail & eCommerce by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: World 15-Year Perspective for Retail & eCommerce by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 31: World Mobile Application Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
CHINA
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
EUROPE
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
FRANCE
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
GERMANY
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2025 (E)
SPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
AUSTRALIA
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2025 (E)
INDIA
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2025 (E)
SOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2025 (E)
ARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2025 (E)
IRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
  • Mobile Application Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2025 (E)
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Adept Business Solutions
  • Apple, Inc.
  • BlackBerry Ltd.
  • Burgan National Information Systems Co.
  • Fueled
  • Google LLC
  • IBM Corporation
  • LeewayHertz
  • Microsoft Corporation
  • Verbat Technologies

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