Regulatory Compliance Market Report 2026

The regulatory compliance market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $23.08 billion in 2025 to $25.18 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing regulatory enforcement actions, rising penalties for non-compliance, expansion of multinational business operations, adoption of compliance management software, growth in industry-specific regulations.

The regulatory compliance market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $34.62 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for continuous compliance monitoring, rising investments in digital governance tools, expansion of global regulatory harmonization efforts, growing focus on cybersecurity compliance, increasing integration of compliance with enterprise risk management. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of enterprise-wide compliance frameworks, rising demand for automated risk assessment tools, growing integration of compliance analytics platforms, expansion of cross-industry regulatory standards, enhanced focus on data privacy and governance.

The increasing number of fraudulent activities is expected to propel the growth of the regulatory compliance market going forward. Fraudulent activities refer to deliberate deceptive actions taken with the intent to secure unfair or unlawful gain or to deprive a victim of a legal right. Fraudulent activities are growing due to increased reliance on digital technologies, evolving criminal tactics, and gaps in regulatory enforcement. Regulatory compliance is essential for preventing fraudulent activities because it establishes standards, guidelines, and oversight mechanisms that help identify and deter illicit behavior, ensuring accountability and transparency in financial transactions. For instance, in January 2024, according to a report published by the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), a US-based non-profit organization, there were 3,205 data compromises publicly reported in 2023, affecting an estimated 353,027,892 individuals. This represents a 72% increase compared to the previous highest recorded level and a 78% rise over the incidents reported in 2022. Therefore, the increasing number of fraudulent activities is driving the growth of the regulatory compliance market.

Major companies operating in the regulatory compliance market are focusing on developing technologically advanced regulatory compliance solutions, such as supply chain software, to help clients meet regulatory compliance requirements and strengthen supply assurance. Supply Chain Management Software (SCMS) refers to a specialized software application designed to manage and optimize supply chain processes while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and industry requirements. For instance, in April 2024, E2open Parent Holdings Inc., a US-based software company, launched the Supply Network Discovery application to empower brand owners to proactively identify potential risks in their multi-tier supply networks, enhance compliance, and strengthen supply assurance. It offers multi-tier supply relationship mapping, traceability, structured due diligence engagement, and partner impact assessment capabilities. These features help brand owners gain a comprehensive view of their supply networks, improve compliance, and enhance supply assurance. The aim of this innovative solution is to provide brand owners with a comprehensive view of their global supply ecosystems, fostering compliance, collaboration, and risk mitigation.

In March 2024, Ocean Technologies Group, a Norway-based operational technology company, acquired DanDocs for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strategically aligns with Ocean's goal of empowering maritime teams at sea and onshore by enhancing its compliance capabilities and offerings. Through this acquisition, Danish (DanDocs) seeks to strengthen its compliance offerings and provide its customers with immediate access to value-added software and services, streamlining the navigation of crucial documentation and ultimately saving time and mitigating risks. DanDocs is a Denmark-based provider of regulatory compliance services, specifically within the maritime industry.

Major companies operating in the regulatory compliance market are Microsoft Corporation, Dell Technologies Inc., International Business Machines Corporation, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, Oracle Corporation, DNV GL AS, Grant Thornton International Ltd., Thomson Reuters Corporation, Baker Tilly International, SAS Institute Inc., Wolters Kluwer N.V., UL Solutions Inc., Norton Rose Fulbright LLP, Ramboll Group A/S, Protiviti Inc., Lloyd's Register Quality Assurance Limited, Sphera Solutions Inc., MetricStream Inc., Cority Software Inc., Sparta Systems Inc., Enablon, EtQ LLC, MasterControl Inc., Assent Compliance Inc., 3E Company.

North America the largest region in the regulatory compliance market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the regulatory compliance market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the regulatory compliance market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The regulatory compliance market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as regulatory landscape assessment, compliance auditing, and financial crime risk management. 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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