Market Trends of Analog Integrated Circuit (IC) Industry
Cell Phone within Communication Segment to Hold Major Share
- This segment encompasses application-specific analog ICs designed for and used in cellular phones and multifunction (voice/web/email) handheld devices, where voice communication remains a primary function. These phones are intended for wide-area cellular networks such as 2G, 3G, and Wimax, employing comprehensive transmission formats like CDMA, GSM, and their upgraded versions.
- The escalating rates of smartphone adoption, particularly in developing nations, are fueled by increasing population growth and urbanization in these regions. For instance, Ericsson forecasts predict that global mobile subscriptions are expected to reach approximately 8.4 billion by 2022, indicating a continuous upward trend.
- The advent of 5G technology is fostering a surge in 5G smartphone penetration. As per the November 2022 Ericsson Mobility Report, it's anticipated that 5G mobile subscriptions will reach 5 billion by the end of 2028. Notably, 5G networks are expected to cover 85% of the population and handle around 70% of mobile traffic.
- The introduction of chipsets tailored for 5G smartphones by numerous industry players is contributing significantly to the market's growth. For example, Google unveiled the Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, and Pixel 7 Pro in 2022 to support India's 5G network. The Pixel 6a supports 19 5G bands, while Pixel 7 and 7 Pro support 22.
- Reports from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) and the US Census Bureau project an increase in smartphone sales value in the United States from USD 73 billion in 2021 to USD 74.7 billion in 2022. Additionally, GSMA estimates a rise in smartphone subscribers in North America to 328 million by 2025, along with increased penetration rates for mobile subscribers (86%) and Internet users (80%).
- The Ericsson Mobility Report suggests that the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region may have 60 million 5G service subscribers by 2024, accounting for approximately 3% of all mobile subscriptions. GSMA estimates around 50 million 5G connections across MENA, with potentially 20 million connections in the Arab States alone by 2025. These statistics underscore the swift pace of mobile adoption driving the studied market
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China is Expected to be the Fastest Growing Market in the Asia Pacific Region
- China is anticipated to emerge as a dominant player in the analog IC market, owing to the presence of major semiconductor manufacturers, rapid industrialization, and a vast consumer electronics market. The region is renowned for its high-volume production of semiconductors and the adoption of analog IC across diverse industries, such as consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications. These factors are expected to fuel the growth of the studied market in the country, thereby presenting lucrative opportunities for market players.
- In addition, the country is experiencing a thriving IT and data center industry, which is attributed to the increasing volume of data generated annually. China's remarkable ascent as a dominant force in the global technology sector is primarily bolstered by its flourishing data center ecosystem. The Chinese market for Internet data centers stands out as one of the most technologically advanced markets worldwide, with numerous organizations operating through digital platforms.
- Furthermore, it is expected that the rising investments in data centers and the increasing internet penetration is expected to create the demand for many of these devices to incorporate sensors that interact with the physical world, requiring analog processing for analog to digital conversion. By combining these functions with digital technology, a cost-effective, low-power, and reliable solution is achieved. As a result, these factors are expected to drive the growth of the global analog IC market during the forecast period.
- Moreover, the increasing 5G networking capabilities are expected to create a massive demand for analog IC modules. China has emerged as a prominent player in the 5G arena with a substantial deployment of 5G base stations. As per the data released by MIIT, China had 2.31 million 5G base stations by the end of 2022. The country's massive investment in infrastructure and ambitious rollout strategies have enabled it to achieve extensive 5G coverage. Experts predict that the 5G base stations in China will surpass six million by 2024.
- Furthermore, according to China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), In July 2022, the shipment volume of 5G smartphones in China amounted to 14.7 million units, representing over 73 % of the total smartphone shipments. Additionally, 5G smartphones accounted for 74 % of all mobile phone shipments in China during that month. The year-to-date total for 5G smartphone shipments in 2022 reached 124 million units. Furthermore, China released 121 new 5G mobile phone models in the same year. The rising 5G smartphone penetration will likely drive the demand for analog IC.
- China remains the leading global vehicle market in annual sales and manufacturing output, per ITA. The domestic production is projected to touch 35 million vehicles by 2025. Additionally, the automotive industry in China has intensified its global outreach in the current year, with exports witnessing a remarkable surge of 81% year-on-year to 1.76 million vehicles in the first five months of 2023, as per the data disclosed by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) and China produced the highest number of passenger cars in 2023, with approximately 26.1 million units manufactured in the country.
- Such significant capabilities in manufacturing automobiles are expected to create a significant demand for the studied market in the industry for their wide range of applications in modern cars.
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