Global Telecom Services Market Size & Outlook

The telecom services industry worldwide is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 2,467.0 billion by 2028. A compound annual growth rate of 5.4% is expected of the worldwide telecom services industry from 2022 to 2028.
Revenue, 2021 (US$B)
$1,708.0
Forecast, 2028 (US$B)
$2,467.0
CAGR, 2022 - 2028
5.4%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global telecom services market highlights

  • The global telecom services market generated a revenue of USD 1,708.0 million in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 2,467.0 million by 2028.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2022 - 2028) of 5.4% by 2028.
  • In terms of segment, value-added services (vas) accounted for a revenue of USD 1,201.6 million in 2021.
  • Value-Added Services (VAS) is the most lucrative service segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2021.
  • Country-wise, Mexico is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2022 to 2028.


Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2021USD 1,708.0 million
Market revenue in 2028USD 2,467.0 million
Growth rate5.4% (CAGR from 2021 to 2028)
Largest segmentValue-added services (vas)
Fastest growing segmentValue-Added Services (VAS)
Historical data covered2017 - 2020
Base year for estimation2021
Forecast period covered2022 - 2028
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationBasic Communication Services, Value-Added Services (VAS)


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 27.7% of the global telecom services market in 2021.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2028.
  • By country, Mexico is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 31.6 million by 2028.

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value-added services (vas) was the largest segment with a revenue share of 70.35% in 2021. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global telecom services market based on basic communication services, value-added services (vas) covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2017 to 2028.


Digitalization has proven to be a key enabler for the growth of telecom services across the globe. With the growing technological advancements and developments in the telecommunications network, industries are witnessing a drastic shift in their mode of operations and service delivery. These developments are significantly improving the lives of end-users at large.    


Furthermore, industry players are making investments in technology and interoperability, which has reinforced a large shift in the capital and information flow in the worldwide economy. Access to a universally connected network has significantly empowered people across the globe by providing them with access to marketplaces and real-time information. According to statistics provided by airSlate Inc., a work automation platform provider, 54% of firms used eSignature solutions and 38% used video/virtual conferencing.


Telecom services play a crucial role in virtual and video conferencing as they allow people to communicate and collaborate remotely. These services provide high-speed internet connectivity and audio/video transmission capabilities, along with seamless real-time communication between participants located in different geographical locations.

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Global telecom services market statistics, by regions, 2017-2028 (US$B)

Top 10 countries: Telecom services market size, 2021 (USD Billion)

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