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Content Marketing - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 413 Pages
  • February 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 5139438
The global market for Content Marketing was valued at US$175.4 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$517.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 19.8% 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 Content Marketing Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized

Are You Captivating Your Audience? Unveiling the Mastery of Content Marketing

Content marketing stands as a strategic approach focused on creating and distributing valuable, relevant, and consistent content to attract and retain a clearly defined audience - and, ultimately, to drive profitable customer action. Unlike traditional marketing, which often interrupts the audience with product-focused advertising, content marketing aims to establish expertise, promote brand awareness, and keep businesses on the minds of consumers. By offering users high-quality content that is aligned with their interests and needs, companies build a relationship with their audience that can lead to increased loyalty and sales over time. The types of content utilized in these strategies range from blog posts, videos, and newsletters to infographics, podcasts, and more, each chosen for its effectiveness in reaching the target demographic and achieving specific engagement goals.

How Is Digital Transformation Shaping Content Marketing?

As digital landscapes evolve, so too does the field of content marketing, adapting to include the latest in digital technologies and trends. The rise of social media platforms has been particularly influential, providing new venues for content distribution and engagement. Social media allows content marketers to reach larger audiences in a more interactive and personal way than ever before. Moreover, advancements in data analytics and machine learning have empowered marketers to understand their audiences with unprecedented depth and precision. By analyzing data collected from user interactions, marketers can tailor their content more effectively to match user preferences and behaviors, potentially increasing the impact of their campaigns. Additionally, the integration of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) strategies ensures that content is not only appealing but also visible and easily discoverable through search engines.

What Challenges Do Content Marketers Face Today?

Despite its efficacy, content marketing is not without its challenges. The digital information overload can make it difficult for a message to stand out in the crowded online world. Content creators must continually find new and innovative ways to capture attention and engage with their audience. Furthermore, the pressure to deliver consistent and frequent content can lead to quality compromises unless proper resource planning is in place. Another significant challenge is measuring the effectiveness of content marketing campaigns. While various tools and metrics are available, attributing conversions directly to specific content pieces can be complex, often requiring a multi-faceted approach to analytics. Additionally, as consumer skepticism towards marketing grows, marketers must work harder to maintain authenticity and trust in their content.

What Drives the Growth in the Content Marketing Market?

The growth in the content marketing market is driven by several factors, including the continuous rise of digital media, changes in consumer behavior towards traditional advertising, and technological advancements. As more people consume digital content on a variety of devices, businesses are investing more in content marketing to capture this growing audience. The shift away from traditional advertising stems from consumers' preference for ad-free experiences and their desire for meaningful interaction with brands. Content marketing meets these needs by offering useful and engaging content rather than direct advertisements. Additionally, advancements in AI and machine learning provide sophisticated tools for personalizing content and automating distribution, making content marketing both more effective and efficient. These technological improvements, combined with a deeper understanding of customer journeys and content engagement strategies, continue to propel the relevance and necessity of content marketing in a modern digital economy.

Report Scope

The report analyzes the Content Marketing market, presented in terms of market value (US$ Thousand). The analysis covers the key segments and geographic regions outlined below.

Segments

Objective (Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition, Other Objectives).

Geographic Regions/Countries

World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Key Insights:

  • Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Brand Awareness Objective segment, which is expected to reach US$212.2 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 20.4%. The Lead Generation Objective segment is also set to grow at 21.7% CAGR over the analysis period.
  • Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, valued at $49.5 Billion in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 18.7% CAGR to reach $76.9 Billion by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

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 major players such as Brafton Inc., Contently, Inc., Eucalypt Media, LLC, Hubspot Inc., Influence & Co. and more.
  • Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

  • Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global Content Marketing 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 Content Marketing 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 Content Marketing 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?

Some of the 384 major companies featured in this Content Marketing market report include:

  • Brafton Inc.
  • Contently, Inc.
  • Eucalypt Media, LLC
  • Hubspot Inc.
  • Influence & Co.
  • Marketo, Inc.
  • NewsCred, Inc.
  • Scripted, Inc.
  • Skyword, Inc.
  • TapInfluence, Inc.

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • Content Marketing - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
  • Global Economic Update
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Shift Towards Personalized Marketing Drives Adoption of Advanced Content Strategies
  • Rising Influence of Social Media Content Creation Spurs Market Growth
  • Increasing Role of Video Content in Marketing Strategies Expands Addressable Market Opportunities
  • Content Automation Tools Propel Efficiency and Scalability in Marketing Operations
  • Integration of AI with Content Marketing Strengthens Business Case for Data-Driven Insights
  • User-Generated Content Trends Accelerate Engagement and Brand Loyalty
  • Localization Needs Drive Demand for Region-Specific Content Creation
  • Increasing Use of Augmented Reality in Content Marketing Creates Novel Brand Experiences
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 2: World Historic Review for Content Marketing by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Lead Generation by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 5: World Historic Review for Lead Generation by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World 15-Year Perspective for Lead Generation by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Brand Awareness by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 8: World Historic Review for Brand Awareness by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World 15-Year Perspective for Brand Awareness by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Customer Acquisition by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 11: World Historic Review for Customer Acquisition by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World 15-Year Perspective for Customer Acquisition by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Objectives by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 14: World Historic Review for Other Objectives by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World 15-Year Perspective for Other Objectives by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 16: World Content Marketing Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Content Marketing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
  • Table 17: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: USA Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 19: USA 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
CANADA
  • Table 20: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: Canada Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 22: Canada 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
JAPAN
  • Content Marketing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
  • Table 23: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: Japan Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 25: Japan 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
CHINA
  • Content Marketing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
  • Table 26: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 27: China Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 28: China 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
EUROPE
  • Content Marketing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
  • Table 29: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: Europe Historic Review for Content Marketing by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 31: Europe 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
  • Table 32: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 33: Europe Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 34: Europe 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
FRANCE
  • Content Marketing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
  • Table 35: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 36: France Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 37: France 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
GERMANY
  • Content Marketing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
  • Table 38: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 39: Germany Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 40: Germany 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
ITALY
  • Table 41: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 42: Italy Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 43: Italy 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Content Marketing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2025 (E)
  • Table 44: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 45: UK Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 46: UK 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
REST OF EUROPE
  • Table 47: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 48: Rest of Europe Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 49: Rest of Europe 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Content Marketing Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
  • Table 50: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 51: Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 52: Asia-Pacific 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
REST OF WORLD
  • Table 53: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 54: Rest of World Historic Review for Content Marketing by Objective - Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2023 and % CAGR
  • Table 55: Rest of World 15-Year Perspective for Content Marketing by Objective - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Customer Acquisition and Other Objectives for the Years 2015, 2025 & 2030
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

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

  • Brafton Inc.
  • Contently, Inc.
  • Eucalypt Media, LLC
  • Hubspot Inc.
  • Influence & Co.
  • Marketo, Inc.
  • NewsCred, Inc.
  • Scripted, Inc.
  • Skyword, Inc.
  • TapInfluence, Inc.

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