Product Code: SE 9109
The foldable display market is projected to reach USD 13.2 billion by 2029 from USD 4.6 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 23.6% from 2024 to 2029. The major factors driving the market growth of the foldable display market include the rising demand for large screen in smartphones, impact of 5G rollout, increasing interest in consumer innovations and multifunctional devices, and expansion of applications areas. Moreover, technological advancement and emerging applications in foldable displays is expected to provide several growth opportunities for market players in the foldable display market.
Scope of the Report |
Years Considered for the Study | 2020-2029 |
Base Year | 2023 |
Forecast Period | 2024-2029 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Billion) |
Segments | By Technology, Panel Size, Application, Material, Resolution, Type and Region |
Regions covered | North America, Europe, APAC, RoW |
Smartphone application are anticipated to dominate the market share of the foldable display market during the forecast period
The consumer preference for larger screens in smartphones is evident in the increasing popularity of this device without compromising on portability. Improvements to the technologies of both display materials and hinge mechanisms increase durability and reliability, making foldable screens more interesting for consumers. Starting from multitasking to media consumption, laptops and tablets are fitted with foldable displays for multiple scenarios. Unlike large format displays and digital signage, foldable technology can bring an immersive and customized view, perfect for public spaces, retail environments, and advertising applications. Thus, this transformative ability through the offer of unrivaled flexibility and functionality acts as a major fuel in the adoption foldable displays in smartphone applications.
Panels sized above 20 inches are projected to experience the highest CAGR in the foldable display market during the forecast period.
Applications of foldable displays greater than 20 inches are going ahead in large-scale environments like monitors, televisions, and digital signage. The need or demand of a larger foldable display currently basically relies on the fact that all these sectors, from home entertainment to corporate setups, and commercial displays, require such devices for compact area management. These displays could convert into manageable storage format from their large interactive figure, thus providing more productivity and efficiency to the meeting environments. Foldable digital signage is a dynamic advertising solution applied to retail and public spaces because it can be adapted to numerous promotional campaigns or spatial constraints. The foldable or rollable nature of such displays makes it easy to install and maintain them for a smooth advertising experience. Improvements in manufacturing and materials are also driving adoption of larger foldable display sizes for different end-use industries.
North America is expected to grow at the second highest CAGR during the forecast period.
North America is one of the major markets in terms of foldable displays due to the presence of a strong consumer class with a huge demand for advanced technology and large disposable incomes. The presence of tech giants and a technologically savvy consumer base, this accelerates the adoption in foldable devices of smartphones, laptops, and tablets, thereby adding consistent growth to the foldable display industry through increased demand for high-resolution AMOLED and POLED screens. Besides, the regulatory bodies ensure safety and efficiency of the products, thereby rising in demand. Some of the companies operating in the North American foldable display market are Alphabet, Inc. (US), ViewSonic Corporation (US), and Motorola Mobility LLC (US), which continue dominating the industry through in-house production of quality foldable devices.
The break-up of profile of primary participants in the foldable display market-
- By Company Type: Tier 1 - 10%, Tier 2 - 20%, Tier 3 - 70%
- By Designation Type: C Level - 40%, Director Level - 30%, Others - 30%
- By Region Type: North America - 30%, : Asia Pacific - 40%, Europe - 20%, Rest of the World (RoW) - 10%
The major players of foldable display market are Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (South Korea), BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd. (China), Visionox Company (China), Royole Corporation (China), and TCL China Star Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. (China), among others.
Research Coverage
The report segments the foldable display market and forecasts its size based on technology, panel size, application, material, resolution, type, and region. The report also provides a comprehensive review of drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges influencing market growth. The report also covers qualitative aspects in addition to the quantitative aspects of the market.
Reasons to buy the report:
The report will help the market leaders/new entrants in this market with information on the closest approximate revenues for the overall foldable display market and related segments. This report will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape and gain more insights to strengthen their position in the market and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.
The report provides insights on the following pointers:
- Analysis of key drivers (rising demand for large screens in smartphones, impact of 5G rollout, increasing consumer interest in innovations and multifunctional devices, and expansion of applications areas), restraints (high production costs of foldable displays, and long-term durability and reliability), opportunities (emerging applications in foldable displays, and advancements in technology), and challenges (design and engineering complexities, and limited use of foldable displays) influencing the growth of the foldable display market.
- Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product launches in the foldable display market.
- Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets - the report analyses the foldable display market across varied regions.
- Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the foldable display market
- Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies and product offerings of leading players like Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (South Korea), BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd. (China), Visionox Company (China), Royole Corporation (China), and TCL China Star Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. (China).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
- 1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
- 1.3 STUDY SCOPE
- 1.3.1 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
- 1.3.2 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
- 1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
- 1.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
- 1.5 UNIT CONSIDERED
- 1.6 STAKEHOLDERS
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- 2.1 RESEARCH DATA
- 2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
- 2.1.1.1 Secondary sources
- 2.1.1.2 Key data from secondary sources
- 2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
- 2.1.2.1 Primary participants
- 2.1.2.2 Breakdown of primary interviews
- 2.1.2.3 Key data from primary sources
- 2.1.2.4 Key industry insights
- 2.1.3 SECONDARY AND PRIMARY RESEARCH
- 2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
- 2.2.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
- 2.2.1.1 Approach to arrive at market size using bottom-up analysis
- 2.2.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
- 2.2.2.1 Approach to arrive at market size using top-down analysis
- 2.3 FACTOR ANALYSIS
- 2.3.1 DEMAND-SIDE ANALYSIS
- 2.3.2 SUPPLY-SIDE ANALYSIS
- 2.3.3 FORECAST ASSUMPTIONS
- 2.4 DATA TRIANGULATION
- 2.5 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
- 2.6 RESEARCH LIMITATIONS
- 2.7 RISK ASSESSMENT
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
- 4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET
- 4.2 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY TECHNOLOGY
- 4.3 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY APPLICATION
- 4.4 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY PANEL SIZE
- 4.5 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY REGION
- 4.6 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY COUNTRY
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
- 5.1 INTRODUCTION
- 5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
- 5.2.1 DRIVERS
- 5.2.1.1 Consumer preference for smartphones with larger screens
- 5.2.1.2 Widespread rollout of 5G networks
- 5.2.1.3 High adoption of innovative and multifunctional devices by consumers
- 5.2.1.4 Revolutionizing industries by extending foldable displays beyond smartphones
- 5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
- 5.2.2.1 High production costs and poor yields
- 5.2.2.2 Longevity and reliability issues
- 5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
- 5.2.3.1 Growing demand for gaming, healthcare, and education applications
- 5.2.3.2 Enhancing quality through advanced technologies
- 5.2.4 CHALLENGES
- 5.2.4.1 Complexities associated with display designing and fabrication
- 5.2.4.2 Limited use of foldable displays
- 5.3 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
- 5.4 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
- 5.5 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
- 5.6 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
- 5.7 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
- 5.7.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
- 5.7.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
- 5.7.3 ADJACENT TECHNOLOGIES
- 5.8 PRICING ANALYSIS
- 5.8.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF KEY PLAYERS, BY TECHNOLOGY
- 5.8.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND, BY REGION
- 5.9 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
- 5.9.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
- 5.9.2 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
- 5.9.3 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
- 5.9.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
- 5.9.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
- 5.10 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
- 5.10.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
- 5.10.2 BUYING CRITERIA
- 5.11 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
- 5.11.1 SAMSUNG'S CAMPAIGN TO REIGNITE SMARTPHONE SALES WITH GALAXY FOLD 5G
- 5.11.2 UNIFIED INFOTECH STRATEGIES TO OVERCOME DESIGN AND FUNCTIONAL CHALLENGES
- 5.11.3 OWENS REVOLUTIONIZES FLEXIBLE OLED DISPLAY PRODUCTION THROUGH INNOVATIVE ENGINEERING AND PARTNERSHIP
- 5.12 TRADE ANALYSIS
- 5.12.1 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 8524)
- 5.12.2 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 8524)
- 5.13 PATENT ANALYSIS
- 5.14 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
- 5.14.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
- 5.14.2 STANDARDS
- 5.14.3 REGULATIONS
- 5.15 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2024-2025
- 5.16 IMPACT OF AI/GEN AI ON FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET
6 MATERIALS USED IN FOLDABLE DISPLAYS
- 6.1 INTRODUCTION
- 6.2 GLASS
- 6.3 METAL
- 6.4 PLASTIC
- 6.5 OTHER MATERIALS
7 DISPLAY RESOLUTION FOR FOLDABLE SCREENS
- 7.1 INTRODUCTION
- 7.2 LESS THAN HD
- 7.3 HD
- 7.4 MORE THAN HD
8 TYPES OF FLEXIBLE DISPLAYS
- 8.1 INTRODUCTION
- 8.2 CURVED DISPLAY
- 8.3 BENDABLE DISPLAY
- 8.4 ROLLABLE DISPLAY
9 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY TECHNOLOGY
- 9.1 INTRODUCTION
- 9.2 OLED
- 9.2.1 CONTINUOUS INVESTMENTS IN RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT TO SUPPORT MARKET GROWTH
- 9.3 OTHER TECHNOLOGIES
- 9.3.1 MICRO-LED
- 9.3.1.1 Overcoming manufacturing challenges and improving display durability to fuel market
- 9.3.2 DIRECT-VIEW LED
- 9.3.2.1 Increasing need for high-performance and large-format displays to spike demand
10 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY PANEL SIZE
- 10.1 INTRODUCTION
- 10.2 UP TO 20 INCHES
- 10.2.1 UP TO 8 INCHES
- 10.2.1.1 Improved functionality and user experience to foster market growth
- 10.2.2 8 - 20 INCHES
- 10.2.2.1 Surging demand for bigger workspaces and devices with flexible screens to drive segmental growth
- 10.3 ABOVE 20 INCHES
- 10.3.1 VERSATILE SOLUTIONS FOR OFFICES, PUBLIC SPACES, AND HOME ENTERTAINMENT TO SPUR DEMAND
11 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY APPLICATION
- 11.1 INTRODUCTION
- 11.2 SMARTPHONES
- 11.2.1 ENHANCED VERSATILITY AND MULTITASKING TO FOSTER MARKET GROWTH
- 11.3 LAPTOPS AND TABLETS
- 11.3.1 RISE OF REMOTE WORKING TRENDS, FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENTS, AND TELECOMMUTING TO SPUR DEMAND
- 11.4 DIGITAL SIGNAGE AND OTHER LARGE DISPLAY DEVICES
- 11.4.1 DYNAMIC AND ADAPTABLE INSTALLATION OPTIONS TO FUEL MARKET GROWTH
12 FOLDABLE DISPLAY MARKET, BY REGION
- 12.1 INTRODUCTION
- 12.2 NORTH AMERICA
- 12.2.1 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK FOR NORTH AMERICA
- 12.2.2 US
- 12.2.2.1 Increasing demand for video streaming services with rising number of online gamers to accelerate market growth
- 12.2.3 CANADA
- 12.2.3.1 Digitally literate population and high standard of living to create growth opportunities
- 12.2.4 MEXICO
- 12.2.4.1 Growing inclination of youth toward adoption of innovative technology to boost demand
- 12.3 EUROPE
- 12.3.1 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK FOR EUROPE
- 12.3.2 UK
- 12.3.2.1 Widespread availability of premium electronics due to strong retail infrastructure to support market growth
- 12.3.3 GERMANY
- 12.3.3.1 Significant presence of manufacturers and suppliers of key components and materials to foster market growth
- 12.3.4 FRANCE
- 12.3.4.1 Robust retail network to contribute to market growth
- 12.3.5 REST OF EUROPE
- 12.4 ASIA PACIFIC
- 12.4.1 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK FOR ASIA PACIFIC
- 12.4.2 CHINA
- 12.4.2.1 Advanced manufacturing capabilities and supportive environment for innovation to accelerate market
- 12.4.3 JAPAN
- 12.4.3.1 Constant innovations in display technologies and robust consumer base to augment market growth
- 12.4.4 SOUTH KOREA
- 12.4.4.1 Constant advancements in display technology by giant companies to create opportunities
- 12.4.5 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
- 12.5 ROW
- 12.5.1 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK FOR ROW
- 12.5.2 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
- 12.5.2.1 Increasing demand for versatile and advanced electronic devices from educational institutions to drive market
- 12.5.2.2 Gulf cooperation council (GCC)
- 12.5.2.3 Rest of Middle East & Africa
- 12.5.3 SOUTH AMERICA
- 12.5.3.1 Growing middle-class and tech-savvy youth to boost demand
13 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 13.1 OVERVIEW
- 13.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN, 2019-2024
- 13.3 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2023
- 13.4 REVENUE ANALYSIS, 2019-2023
- 13.5 COMPANY VALUATION AND FINANCIAL METRICS
- 13.6 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
- 13.6.1 STARS
- 13.6.2 EMERGING LEADERS
- 13.6.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
- 13.6.4 PARTICIPANTS
- 13.6.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
- 13.6.5.1 Company footprint
- 13.6.5.2 Technology footprint
- 13.6.5.3 Panel size footprint
- 13.6.5.4 Application footprint
- 13.6.5.5 Region footprint
- 13.7 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023
- 13.7.1 PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES
- 13.7.2 RESPONSIVE COMPANIES
- 13.7.3 DYNAMIC COMPANIES
- 13.7.4 STARTING BLOCKS
- 13.7.5 COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023
- 13.7.5.1 List of start-ups/SMEs
- 13.7.5.2 Competitive benchmarking of startups/SMEs
- 13.8 BRAND/PRODUCT COMPARISON
- 13.9 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO
- 13.9.1 PRODUCT LAUNCHES
- 13.9.2 DEALS
- 13.9.3 OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
14 COMPANY PROFILES
- 14.1 KEY PLAYERS
- 14.1.1 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
- 14.1.1.1 Business overview
- 14.1.1.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.1.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.1.3.1 Product launches
- 14.1.1.3.2 Deals
- 14.1.1.4 MnM view
- 14.1.1.4.1 Key strengths
- 14.1.1.4.2 Strategic choices
- 14.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 14.1.2 BOE TECHNOLOGY GROUP CO., LTD.
- 14.1.2.1 Business overview
- 14.1.2.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.2.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.2.4 MnM view
- 14.1.2.4.1 Key strengths
- 14.1.2.4.2 Strategic choices
- 14.1.2.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 14.1.3 VISIONOX COMPANY
- 14.1.3.1 Business overview
- 14.1.3.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.3.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.3.3.1 Deals
- 14.1.3.3.2 Other developments
- 14.1.3.4 MnM view
- 14.1.3.4.1 Key strengths
- 14.1.3.4.2 Strategic choices
- 14.1.3.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 14.1.4 TCL CHINA STAR OPTOELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
- 14.1.4.1 Business overview
- 14.1.4.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.4.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.4.3.1 Product launches
- 14.1.4.3.2 Deals
- 14.1.4.4 MnM view
- 14.1.4.4.1 Key strengths
- 14.1.4.4.2 Strategic choices
- 14.1.4.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 14.1.5 TIANMA
- 14.1.5.1 Business overview
- 14.1.5.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.5.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.5.3.1 Product launches
- 14.1.5.4 MnM view
- 14.1.5.4.1 Key strengths
- 14.1.5.4.2 Strategic choices
- 14.1.5.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 14.1.6 ROYOLE CORPORATION
- 14.1.6.1 Business overview
- 14.1.6.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.6.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.6.3.1 Product launches
- 14.1.6.3.2 Deals
- 14.1.6.4 MnM view
- 14.1.6.4.1 Key strengths
- 14.1.6.4.2 Strategic choices
- 14.1.6.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 14.1.7 AUO CORPORATION
- 14.1.7.1 Business overview
- 14.1.7.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.7.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.7.3.1 Product launches
- 14.1.8 HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
- 14.1.8.1 Business overview
- 14.1.8.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.8.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.8.3.1 Product launches
- 14.1.9 MOTOROLA MOBILITY LLC
- 14.1.9.1 Business overview
- 14.1.9.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.9.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.9.3.1 Product launches
- 14.1.10 HONOR DEVICE CO., LTD.
- 14.1.10.1 Business overview
- 14.1.10.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 14.1.10.3 Recent developments
- 14.1.10.3.1 Product launches
- 14.2 OTHER PLAYERS
- 14.2.1 ALPHABET, INC.
- 14.2.2 LENOVO
- 14.2.3 OPPO
- 14.2.4 TECNO MOBILE
- 14.2.5 VIVO MOBILE COMMUNICATION CO., LTD.
- 14.2.6 XIAOMI
- 14.2.7 VIEWSONIC CORPORATION
- 14.2.8 ASUSTEK COMPUTER INC.
- 14.2.9 E INK HOLDINGS INC.
- 14.2.10 ONEPLUS
- 14.2.11 CORNING INCORPORATED
- 14.2.12 ONUMEN TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
- 14.2.13 3M
- 14.2.14 SCHOTT GROUP
- 14.2.15 APPLIED MATERIALS, INC.
15 APPENDIX
- 15.1 INSIGHTS FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS
- 15.2 DISCUSSION GUIDE
- 15.3 KNOWLEDGESTORE: MARKETSANDMARKETS' SUBSCRIPTION PORTAL
- 15.4 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
- 15.5 RELATED REPORTS
- 15.6 AUTHOR DETAILS