Toys & Hobby - Worldwide

Worldwide

In 2024, the Toys & Hobby market worldwide is projected to generate a revenue of US$349bn.
This market is anticipated to experience an annual growth rate of 4.90% (CAGR 2024-2028).
The largest segment within this market is Sports Equipment, with a market volume of US$172bn in 2024.
When compared globally, the highest revenue is generated in China, amounting to US$68bn in 2024.
This implies that in China holds a significant share of the Toys & Hobby market.
In terms of per capita figures, each person worldwide is expected to generate revenues of US$44.98 in 2024.
This metric provides insights into the average spending on Toys & Hobby market products per individual in the country.
In the worldwide Toys & Hobby market, the United States continues to dominate with its wide range of innovative and technologically advanced toys.

Key regions: Europe, Worldwide, India, United Kingdom, United States

Definition:

The Toys & Hobby market refers to a wide range of products designed for entertainment, leisure, and educational purposes. This market includes several categories, such as traditional toys and games, musical instruments, and sports equipment. The market is driven by the demand for products that offer engaging experiences and promote skill development, creativity, and social interaction among individuals of different ages and backgrounds. Key trends in the market include the adoption of technology, the focus on sustainability, the rise of e-commerce channels, customization, subscription services, educational value, and health and wellness.

Structure:

The Toys & Hobby market is segmented into three main segments:

The Toys & Games segment includes products such as dolls, action figures, card games, puzzles, and building blocks. This segment is characterized by the demand for classic, nostalgic, and educational toys that stimulate imagination, problem-solving, and social skills.
The Musical Instruments segment includes products such as guitars, pianos, drums, and other instruments for music making. This segment is driven by the passion for music and the desire to learn and express oneself through artistic means.
The Sports Equipment segment includes products such as skis, tennis, golf, balls, and other equipment for outdoor and indoor sports activities. This segment is characterized by the demand for products that promote physical exercise, adventure, and competition.

Additional Information:

The Toys & Hobby market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita. Figures are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include spending by consumers (B2C). Key players in the market are companies like Hasbro, Mattel, Lego, Nintendo, and Electronic Arts. These companies are leaders in their respective segments and are known for their innovative products, brand recognition, and strategic partnerships with popular franchises and characters. For more information on the data displayed, use the info button right next to the boxes.

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Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on consumer spending on goods people buy for their leisure activities and hobbies.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a Top-Down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use in-house market research, national statistical offices, international institutions, trade associations, third-party studies, and survey results from our primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and household number. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, exponential trend smoothing is well suited for forecasting the Toys & Hobby market with a projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.