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4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 253 Pages
  • May 2024
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 2255351

Global 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market to Reach $2.9 Trillion by 2030

The global market for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) estimated at US$801.4 Billion in the year 2023, is projected to reach a revised size of US$2.9 Trillion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 19.9% over the analysis period 2023-2030.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at $196.8 Billion, While China is Forecast to Grow at 27% CAGR

The 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$196.8 Billion in the year 2023. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$964.1 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 27% over the analysis period 2023 to 2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 20.5% and 24% respectively over the 2023-2030 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 1.6% CAGR.

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  • Full access to influencer engagement stats
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  • Full client access to peer collaborative and interactive platform for cross-enterprise smart exchange of ideas
  • Complimentary report updates for one year
  • Competitor coverage with global market shares of major players
  • Player market presence analysis (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial) across multiple geographies
  • Access to curated YouTube video transcripts of domain experts/influencer interviews, podcasts, press statements and event keynotes

What to Expect from the Global Economy in 2024

Edgy geopolitics, and economic instability caused by monetary policy tightening and ensuing higher interest rates will create a tumultuous landscape for 2024. Several factors will continue to exert pressure on the path to recovery including hostilities in the Middle East and increasingly common climate disasters. Among the risks, several positives are also taking shape such as growing signs of disinflation and easing of anxiety over stubborn inflation, supply chain normalization and price moderation despite volatility in energy costs. Elections across several G21 jurisdictions, notably in India and the United States, will have potential ramifications for capital flows and investment strategies. While India emerges as a compelling destination in the global investment landscape, U.S, based tech firms will continue to dominate, fueled by a dynamic ecosystem of talent and capital. Tech opportunities in Silicon Valley and beyond remain attractive for investors seeking high-growth prospects supported largely by a resilient albeit slowing domestic economy and conducive regulatory environment. Europe will continue to battle tight monetary policy and recession risks with U.K. having the most challenging outlook and running the greatest risk of recession in 2024. China remains a wild card with hope for growth in the country underpinned by government spending and improvements in consumer spending. The volatile environment will offer both opportunities and challenges for investors and businesses alike. Embracing volatility as a catalyst for growth together with agility and strategic foresight in navigating investment decisions will remain important for survival.

Select Competitors (Total 166 Featured):

  • Apple Inc.
  • AT&T, Inc.
  • Bharti Airtel Limited
  • China Mobile Limited
  • China Telecom Corporation Limited
  • China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited
  • Cisco Systems Inc.
  • HTC Corporation
  • Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
  • KDDI Corp.
  • KT Corp.
  • Lenovo
  • LG Electronics
  • Motorola Mobility LLC
  • Nokia Networks
  • NTT DoCoMo
  • Orange S.A.
  • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • SK Telecom
  • Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson
  • Telefónica S.A.
  • Telenor ASA
  • Telstra Corporation Limited
  • Verizon Communications
  • Vodafone Group Plc
  • ZTE Corporation

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • Mobile Communications: An Introductory Prelude
  • Recent Market Activity
  • 4G: The Latest Transformative Phase of Mobile Communication Sector
  • 4G Penetration Rates Continue to Rise
  • Key Advantages Offered Drive Wider Adoption
  • 1 Gbps Downlink Peak Data Speeds of LTE-A Tilt the Tide In Favor of 4G
  • Evolution in Peak LTE Downlink Throughput over the Years
  • Thrust towards QoS & QoE Instigates 4G Deployments
  • Operators Prioritize 4G in line with Changing User Expectations
  • Developed Countries: The Foremost Adopters of 4G Services
  • Developing Countries: Hot Spots for Future Growth
  • Positive Economic Scenario to Help Augment Market Prospects
  • Global Market Outlook
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2022 (E)
  • Impact of Covid-19 and a Looming Global Recession
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2022 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
  • 4G Service Providers
  • AT&T (US)
  • Bharti Airtel Limited (India)
  • China Mobile Limited (China)
  • China Telecom Corporation Limited (China)
  • China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited (China)
  • KDDI Corp. (Japan)
  • KT Corp. (South Korea)
  • NTT DoCoMo, Inc. (Japan)
  • Orange S.A. (France)
  • SK Telecom (South Korea)
  • Sprint Nextel Corporation (US)
  • Telefónica S.A. (Spain)
  • Telenor ASA (Norway)
  • Telstra Corporation Limited (Australia)
  • T-Mobile International AG & Co. KG (Germany)
  • Verizon Communications, Inc. (US)
  • Vodafone Group Plc (UK)
  • 4G Handset & Infrastructure Providers
  • Apple Inc. (US)
  • Cisco Systems, Inc. (US)
  • HTC Corporation (Taiwan)
  • Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (China)
  • Lenovo (China)
  • Motorola Mobility LLC (US)
  • LG Electronics, Inc. (South Korea)
  • Nokia Networks (Finland)
  • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (South Korea)
  • Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (Sweden)
  • ZTE Corporation (China)
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • 4G Makes Robust Gains in General & Enterprise Consumer Markets
  • Transition from 3G to LTE and WiMAX Fuels Market Growth
  • Smartphones Usage Patterns Favor 4G Market
  • Uptrend in Mobile Internet Usage Elevates Market Prospects
  • 4G to Play Pivotal Role in Future Growth of Mobile Traffic
  • 4G to Suffice Mobile Video Demand
  • 4G Enhances Online Gaming Experience
  • 4G Connectivity for End-to-End Social Networking
  • Mobile Messaging Made Highly Convenient with 4G Service
  • Urban Locations: The Key Service Zones for 4G
  • Ballooning Middle Class Population Offers Steady Growth Opportunities
  • 4G Offers Comprehensive Support for IoT & M2M
  • Enterprises Prefer 4G Solution in their 'Mobility' Ecosystem
  • 4G to Improve Prospects of SMEs
  • 4G for Seamless Mobile Cloud Services
  • OFDMA-Based LTE-A Propagates 4G Market Expansion
  • Both LTE-TDD and LTE-FDD Gain Traction
  • LTE-A Enhancements Augment Proficiency of 4G Networks
  • Carrier Aggregation: A High-Tech Enhancement
  • 4G Deployments with Small Cells Gather Steam
  • VoLTE to Drive Uptake of 4G Services
  • 4G to Proliferate Wi-Fi Domain
  • Digital Transactions Made Easier with 4G
  • High-Potential Opportunities in Automotive Sector
  • 4G to Aid Healthcare Sector
  • Public Safety Operations Made Easier with 4G LTE
  • 4G: Boon for App Developers
  • Seamless Support for App Innovation
  • Upcoming 5G Technology to Influence Market Prospects
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) 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 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 2: World 8-Year Perspective for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) 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 2023 & 2030
  • Table 3: World 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2023 (E)
  • Table 4: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
CANADA
  • Table 5: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
JAPAN
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2023 (E)
  • Table 6: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
CHINA
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2023 (E)
  • Table 7: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
EUROPE
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2023 (E)
  • Table 8: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: Europe 8-Year Perspective for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2023 & 2030
FRANCE
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2023 (E)
  • Table 10: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
GERMANY
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2023 (E)
  • Table 11: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
ITALY
  • Table 12: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
UNITED KINGDOM
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2023 (E)
  • Table 13: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
SPAIN
  • Table 14: Spain Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
RUSSIA
  • Table 15: Russia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
REST OF EUROPE
  • Table 16: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2023 (E)
  • Table 17: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Geographic Region - Australia, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: Asia-Pacific 8-Year Perspective for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Australia, India, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2023 & 2030
AUSTRALIA
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2023 (E)
  • Table 19: Australia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
INDIA
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2023 (E)
  • Table 20: India Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
SOUTH KOREA
  • Table 21: South Korea Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Table 22: Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
LATIN AMERICA
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2023 (E)
  • Table 23: Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Geographic Region - Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: Latin America 8-Year Perspective for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America Markets for Years 2023 & 2030
ARGENTINA
  • Table 25: Argentina Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
BRAZIL
  • Table 26: Brazil Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
MEXICO
  • Table 27: Mexico Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
REST OF LATIN AMERICA
  • Table 28: Rest of Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
MIDDLE EAST
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2023 (E)
  • Table 29: Middle East Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Geographic Region - Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Rest of Middle East Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: Middle East 8-Year Perspective for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Rest of Middle East Markets for Years 2023 & 2030
IRAN
  • Table 31: Iran Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
ISRAEL
  • Table 32: Israel Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
SAUDI ARABIA
  • Table 33: Saudi Arabia Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
  • Table 34: UAE Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
REST OF MIDDLE EAST
  • Table 35: Rest of Middle East Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
AFRICA
  • 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2023 (E)
  • Table 36: Africa Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) by Segment - 4G LTE (Long Term Evolution) - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

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

  • Apple Inc.
  • AT&T, Inc.
  • Bharti Airtel Limited
  • China Mobile Limited
  • China Telecom Corporation Limited
  • China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited
  • Cisco Systems Inc.
  • HTC Corporation
  • Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
  • KDDI Corp.
  • KT Corp.
  • Lenovo
  • LG Electronics
  • Motorola Mobility LLC
  • Nokia Networks
  • NTT DoCoMo
  • Orange S.A.
  • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • SK Telecom
  • Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson
  • Telefónica S.A.
  • Telenor ASA
  • Telstra Corporation Limited
  • Verizon Communications
  • Vodafone Group Plc
  • ZTE Corporation

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