Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) Global Market Report 2024

The mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $83.23 billion in 2023 to $91.73 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to several factors, including regulatory changes, consumer demand for cost-effective services, market saturation, intense competition, and shifting consumer preferences.

The mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $137.52 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, including the deployment and adoption of 5G technology, the emergence of IoT connectivity, diversification of service offerings, and the rise of non-traditional players in the market. Major trends expected in the forecast period include specialized niche offerings, enhanced value-added services, expansion of MVNO partnerships, a heightened focus on customer experience, regulatory changes, and market liberalization.

The advent of 5G networks is poised to drive the expansion of the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market in the foreseeable future. Representing the fifth generation of mobile network technology, 5G networks offer significantly faster data speeds, reduced latency, increased capacity, and enhanced support for connected devices compared to their predecessors, such as the 4G (LTE) standard. The emergence of 5G networks is primarily fueled by the escalating demand for higher data speeds, reduced latency, and expanded capacity to accommodate the ever-growing array of connected devices and emerging technologies. By utilizing mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs), 5G networks can extend their market reach and facilitate the provision of innovative services without requiring substantial infrastructure investment. For example, in April 2023, global 5G wireless connections experienced a 76% growth from the end of 2021 to the end of 2022, reaching a total of 1.05 billion connections, as reported by 5G Americas, a US-based industry trade organization. Consequently, the proliferation of 5G networks stimulates the growth of the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market.

Key players in the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market concentrate on expanding their service coverage, intensifying competition in the wireless sector, and enhancing consumer choices in Canada. The expansion of the MVNO service framework enables established wireless carriers to deliver services to customers beyond their network footprint, particularly in areas where they possess wireless spectrum ownership. For instance, in October 2023, Quebecor Inc., a Canada-based telecommunications company, introduced a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) service, broadening the service coverage of its Videotron, Fizz, and Freedom Mobile brands across Canada. This initiative extends the company's wireless products and services beyond its existing network infrastructure, providing consumers with greater options, improved service quality, and more competitive prices.

In December 2022, Mobilezone Holding AG, a Switzerland-based telecom company, acquired Digital Republic AG for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition bolsters Mobilezone's mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) business, diversifies its portfolio, and solidifies its position as a comprehensive provider of telecommunications products and services. Digital Republic AG, headquartered in Switzerland, operates as a mobile virtual network operator and online mobile internet provider.

Major companies operating in the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market are American Telephone and Telegraph Company. Inc., KDDI, Telefonica SA, ASDA Mobile, 1&1 Drillisch AG, Virgin Media Business, Cricket Wireless LLC (AT&T Inc.), CITIC Telecom International Holdings Ltd., Consumer Cellular, TracFone Wireless Inc., Lebara Group BV, Virgin Mobile USA Inc., Giffgaff Ltd., Asahi Net, Locus Telecommunications LLC., Tesco Mobile Limited (Tesco PLC), PosteMobile SPA, Lycamobile Group, Boost Mobile LLC (T-Mobile), Dataxoom, Virgin Plus, FreedomPop, FRiENDi Mobile, VMB Technologies, Airvoice Wireless LLC.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the mobile virtual network operator market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) is a company that offers mobile services to users without owning the network infrastructure. MVNOs lease access from traditional mobile operators and market their services under their own brand. They distinguish themselves through marketing and customer service, often targeting specific demographics or niche markets.

The primary services provided by mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) include postpaid and prepaid options. Postpaid involves a billing arrangement where users utilize services first and pay for them later, usually at the end of a billing cycle, commonly associated with subscription-based plans. Various operational models exist, including reseller, service operator, and full mobile virtual network operator, which can be deployed on cloud or on-premises infrastructure and operate under discount, specialist data, ethnic, business, international/roaming, youth/media, bundled, and other business models.

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The mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market includes revenues earned by entities by providing value-added services, subscription plans, service fees, and wholesale agreements. 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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