Connector Market Size, Share & Analysis to 2028

Connector Market Forecast to 2028: Global Trends, Opportunities and Competitive Analysis

Trends, opportunities and forecast in the global connector market to 2028 by product type (PCB (Printed Circuit Board) connectors, fiber optic connectors, rectangular I/O, RF (Radio Frequency) coax, application specific connectors, circular connectors, IC (Integrated circuit) sockets, and others), end use industry (transportation, consumer electronics, computer and peripherals, industrial, telecom/datacom, and others), and region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World)

Publisher: Lucintel

Publication date: March 2023

Connector Market Introduction

Connectors play a crucial role in various industries by facilitating the transfer of signals, power, and data between electronic devices and systems. The global connector market has witnessed significant growth in recent years, driven by the increasing demand for seamless connectivity solutions across sectors such as automotive, telecommunications, aerospace, and consumer electronics. This market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the connector market, including market share, key players, and industry trends.

Connector Market Overview

The future of the global connector market looks promising with opportunities in the transportation, telecom / datacom, computer and peripheral, industrial, and consumer electronics industries.The connector market is forecast to reach $86.6 billion by 2028 with a CAGR of 4.5% from 2023 to 2028. The major drivers for this market are growth in communication and consumer electronics industries, miniaturization of electronic devices, and increasing electronic content in vehicles.

The connector market has experienced substantial growth. The proliferation of electronic devices, the growth of advanced communication networks, and the increasing need for compact and reliable connectivity solutions have been the primary drivers for the market's expansion. Connectors are essential components that ensure efficient and secure connections, enabling the seamless transfer of signals and power in various applications.

Connector Market by Product Type, and End Use Industry

Emerging Trends in the Connector Market

With the demand for smaller, lighter, and more efficient electronic devices, there is a growing trend towards miniaturization of connectors. Manufacturers are developing compact connectors with high-speed capabilities to meet the requirements of emerging applications such as IoT devices, wearables, and mobile computing.

As data transfer speeds continue to rise, the demand for fiber optic connectors is growing rapidly. Fiber optic connectors offer high bandwidth, low signal loss, and immunity to electromagnetic interference, making them ideal for telecommunications, data centers, and high-speed networks.

The advent of Industry 4.0 and the implementation of smart manufacturing principles have driven the demand for connectors in industrial automation and control systems. Connectors play a crucial role in enabling the interconnection of machines, sensors, and devices, facilitating data exchange and automation processes.

Emerging trends, which have a direct impact on the dynamics of the industry, include increasing demand for high speed connectors, shift towards compact and thinner connectors, and development of high power connectors. A total of 95 figures / charts and 73 tables are provided in this 195-page report to help in your business decisions. A sample figure with insights is shown below.

Connector Market by Segment

The study includes a forecast for the global connector market by product type, end use industry, and region as follows:

Connector Market by Product Type [Value ($M) and Volume (Million Unit) shipment analysis for 2017 – 2028]:

PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Connectors
Rectangular I/O
Application Specific Connectors
Fiber Optic Connectors
RF (Radio Frequency) Coax
Circular Connectors
IC (Integrated Circuit) Sockets
Others

Connector Market by End Use Industry [Value ($M) and Volume (Million Unit) shipment analysis for 2017 – 2028]:

Connector Market by Region [Value ($M) and Volume (Million Unit) shipment analysis for 2017 – 2028]:

North America
Europe
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Italy
Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
The Rest of the World

Connector Market Size and Share
The global connector market is witnessing significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for seamless connectivity solutions across various industries. Key players in the market continue to innovate and expand their product portfolios to meet the evolving needs of industries such as automotive, telecommunications, aerospace, and consumer electronics. With emerging trends such as miniaturization, high-speed connectivity, and the adoption of fiber optic connectors, the connector market is expected to experience continued growth in the foreseeable future. Industry stakeholders need to stay abreast of these trends and adapt their strategies to harness the opportunities presented by the expanding market.

Connector Manufacturers

The connector market is highly competitive, with several key players dominating the industry and holding significant market share. Companies such as TE Connectivity Ltd., Amphenol Corporation, Molex LLC, have established their presence and enjoy a strong market position. These players invest heavily in research and development to introduce innovative connector solutions, expand their product portfolios, and cater to the evolving needs of diverse industries.

Companies in the market compete on the basis of product quality offered. Major players in this market focus on expanding their manufacturing facilities, R&D investments, infrastructural development, and leverage integration opportunities across the value chain. With these strategies connector companies cater increasing demand, ensure competitive effectiveness, develop innovative products & technologies, reduce production costs, and expand their customer base. Some of the connector companies profiled in this report includes.

Connector Market Insight

Lucintel forecasts that PCB connectors will remain the largest segment due to growth in the computer, consumer electronics, and communication end use industries
Transportation will remain the largest end use industry and witness the highest growth during the forecast period due to increasing electronic content in vehicles, increasing need for safety systems, and growing demand for hybrid and electric vehicles..
Asia Pacific will remain the largest region, and it is also expected to witness the highest growth over the forecast period, supported by increasing automotive production, growing demand for tablets and smartphones, and growth in demand for home appliances.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. How big is the connector market?
Answer: The global connector market is expected to reach an estimated $86.6 billion by 2028.

Q2. What is the growth forecast for connector market?
Answer: The connector market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2023 to 2028.
Q3.What are the key factors driving the growth of Connector Industry?
Answer: The major drivers for this market are growth in communication and consumer electronics industries, miniaturization of electronic devices, and increasing electronic content in vehicles.
Q4. What are the major applications or end use industries for connector?
Answer: Transportation is the major end use industries for connector.
Q5. What are the emerging trends in connector market?
Answer: Emerging trends, which have a direct impact on the dynamics of the industry, include increasing demand for high speed connectors, shift towards compact and thinner connectors, and development of high power connectors.
Q6. Who are the key connector companies?
Answer: Some of the key connector companies are as follows:

TE Connectivity
Amphenol Corporation
Molex Incorporated
Hon Hai Precision Industry
Volex PLC
Japan Aviation Electronics Industry
Aptiv Plc.
Hirose Electric Co.
Rosenberger
Yazaki Co.
Luxshare ICT
Samtec Inc.

Q7.Which connector product type segment will be the largest in future?
Answer: Lucintel forecasts that PCB connectors will remain the largest segment due to growth in the computer, consumer electronics, and communication end use industries.
Q8: Who is the largest connector supplier?
Answer: Asia Pacific is expected to remain the largest region and witness the good growth over next 5 years.
Q9. Do we receive customization in this report?
Answer: Yes, Lucintel provides 10% Customization Without any Additional Cost.

Features of Connector Market

Market Size Estimates: Connector market size estimation in terms of value ($M) and volume (Million Unit)
Trend and Forecast Analysis: Market trends (2017-2022) and forecast (2023-2028) by various segments and regions.
Segmentation Analysis: Market size by product type and end use industry
Regional Analysis: Connector market breakdown by North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World.
Growth Opportunities: Analysis of growth opportunities in different product type, end use industry, and regions for the connector market.
Strategic Analysis: This includes M&A, new product development, and competitive landscape for the connector market.
Analysis of competitive intensity of the industry based on Porter’s Five Forces model.

This report answers following 11 key questions
Q.1 What are some of the most promising potential, high growth opportunities for the global connector market by product type (PCB (Printed Circuit Board) connectors, fiber optic connectors, rectangular I/O, RF (Radio Frequency) coax, application specific connectors, circular connectors, IC (Integrated circuit) sockets, and others), end use industry (transportation, consumer electronics, computer and peripherals, industrial, telecom/datacom, and others), and region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World)?
Q. 2 Which segments will grow at a faster pace and why?
Q.3 Which regions will grow at a faster pace and why?
Q.4 What are the key factors affecting market dynamics? What are the drivers and challenges of the market?
Q.5 What are the business risks and threats to the market?
Q.6 What are the emerging trends in this market and the reasons behind them?
Q.7 What are the changing demands of customers in the market?
Q.8 What are the new developments in the market? Which companies are leading these developments?
Q.9 Who are the major players in this market? What strategic initiatives are being implemented by key players for business growth?
Q.10 What are some of the competitive products and processes in this area and how big of a threat do they pose for loss of market share via material or product substitution?
Q.11 What M & A activities have taken place in the last 5 years in this market?

For any questions related to connector market or related to connector market share, connector market analysis, connector market size, automotive connector market, and fiber optic connector market, write to Lucintel analysts at helpdesk@lucintel.com. We will be glad to get back to you soon.

Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary

2. Market Background and Classifications

2.1: Introduction, Background, and Classifications
2.2: Supply Chain
2.3: Industry Drivers and Challenges

3. Market Trends and Forecast Analysis from 2017 to 2028

3.1: Macroeconomic Trends (2017-2022) and Forecast (2023-2028)
3.2: Global Connector Market Trends (2017-2022) and Forecast (2023-2028)
3.3: Global Connector Market by Product Type

3.3.1: PCB Connectors
3.3.2: Fiber Optic Connectors
3.3.3: Rectangular I/O
3.3.4: RF Coax
3.3.5: Application Specific Connectors
3.3.6: Circular Connectors
3.3.7: IC Sockets
3.3.8: Others

3.4: Global Connector Market by End Use Industry

3.4.1: Transportation
3.4.2: Consumer Electronics
3.4.3: Computer and Peripherals
3.4.4: Industrial
3.4.5: Telecom/Datacom
3.4.6: Others

4. Market Trends and Forecast Analysis by Region from 2017 to 2028

4.1: Global Connector Market by Region
4.2: North American Connector Market

4.2.1: Market by End Use Industry
4.2.2: The US Connector Market
4.2.3: The Canadian Connector Market
4.2.4: The Mexican Connector Market

4.3: European Connector Market

4.3.1: Market by End Use Industry
4.3.2: German Connector Market
4.3.3: United Kingdom Connector Market
4.3.4: French Connector Market
4.3.5: Italian Connector Market

4.4: APAC Connector Market

4.4.1: Market by End Use Industry
4.4.2: Chinese Connector Market
4.4.3: Japanese Connector Market
4.4.4: Indian Connector Market
4.4.5: South Korean Connector Market

4.5: ROW Connector Market

4.5.1: Market by End Use Industry

5. Competitor Analysis

5.1: Product Portfolio Analysis
5.2: Market Share Analysis
5.3: Geographical Reach
5.4: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

6. Cost Structure Analysis

6.1: Cost of Goods Sold
6.2: SG&A
6.3: Other Expense
6.4: EBITDA Margin

7. Growth Opportunities and Strategic Analysis

7.1: Growth Opportunity Analysis

7.1.1: Growth Opportunities for the Global Connector Market by End Use Industry
7.1.2: Growth Opportunities for the Global Connector Market by Product Type
7.1.3: Growth Opportunities for the Global Connector Market by Region

7.2: Emerging Trends in the Global Connector Market
7.3: Strategic Analysis

7.3.1: New Product Development
7.3.2: Capacity Expansion of the Global Connector Market
7.3.3: Technology Development
7.3.4: Mergers and Acquisitions in the Global Connector Industry

8. Company Profiles of Leading Players

8.1: TE Connectivity Ltd.
8.2: Amphenol Corporation
8.3: Molex Incorporated
8.4: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
8.5: Volex PLC
8.6: Japan Aviation Electronics Industry, Ltd.
8.7: Aptiv Plc.
8.8: Hirose Electric Co., Ltd
8.9: Rosenberger
8.10: Yazaki Co
8.11: Luxshare ICT
8.12: Samtec Inc

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