The global golf gloves market size is estimated to reach USD 451.7 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 4.6% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. At a macro level, the rising popularity of golf as a sport is contributing significantly to the demand for golf gloves worldwide. In 2018, approximately 4.2 million baby boomers played golf, which is an increase from 3.6 million in 2017. It was also observed that about 15.0% of newcomers in 2018 were older than 50, which was the most significant percentage in the last ten years. The participation of young adults stood at 6.1 million that year.
In terms of product, individual golf gloves emerged as the largest segment in 2024. With the sport increasingly embracing a passion for individuality, individual golf gloves have evolved to become a fashionable accessory. In the near term, numerous companies are expected to capitalize on this growing trend. Individual golf gloves are principally made using leather and are available in a wide variety of colors and sizes.
The promotional golf gloves segment is likely to expand at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period owing to the rising demand for premium gloves. As these gloves are intended for promotional purposes, they are relatively more expensive than the individual and institutional variants. They feature customized logos and are available in a wide range of color options and artwork. To get a sizable discount, prominent brands typically purchase these gloves in bulk. In recent years, several manufacturers of promotional golf gloves have been focusing on making these products more affordable to target a variety of consumers worldwide.
Asia Pacific is anticipated to emerge as the most lucrative regional market in the foreseeable future. Though the coronavirus outbreak has been creating massive supply chain disruptions in the Asia Pacific markets, rapidly evolving quarantine lifestyles within the region are likely to encourage more individuals to participate in golf in the near term. While the COVID-19 pandemic led to the closure of most golf courses worldwide, social distancing measures helped keep golf courses in Australia to remain open during the first quarter of 2020, with the only exception of clubs in Queensland.
The industry is highly competitive when it comes to product variation and pricing. Prominent market participants are focusing on employing lighter materials to manufacture golf gloves, given the rising popularity of breathable materials among consumers worldwide.
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The individual buyers segment held the largest revenue share of 52.6% in 2024, driven by the growing number of participants in the game, effective offline distribution strategies implemented by the key companies operating in the market, and the availability of customer-friendly designs and products.
By distribution channel, the offline distribution segment held the largest revenue share of the global golf gloves industry in 2024.
The Asia Pacific golf gloves market is projected to experience the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, driven by the growing popularity of sports in the region, the many products delivered by global and domestic manufacturers, and increasing participation in the game.
Grand view research has segmented the global golf gloves market based on buyer, distribution channel, and region:
Golf Gloves Buyer Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Individual Golf Gloves
Institutional Golf Gloves
Promotional Golf Gloves
Golf Gloves Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Online
Offline
Golf Gloves Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
U.K.
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
Australia
India
South Korea
Latin America
Brazil
Middle East
Saudi Arabia
List of Key Players in the Golf Gloves Market
Callaway Golf Company (Topgolf Callaway Brands)
SRIXON (Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd.)
Acushnet Holdings Corp.
Under Armour Inc.
Zero Friction
TaylorMade Golf Co.
G/FORE
Mizuno
North Coast Golf Co.
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