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In-App Advertising - Pakistan

Pakistan
  • Ad spending in the In-App Advertising market in Pakistan is forecasted to reach US$63.04m in 2024.
  • This spending is anticipated to demonstrate an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2030) of 9.52%, leading to a projected market volume of US$108.80m by 2030.
  • The average ad spending per mobile internet user in the In-App Advertising market is expected to be US$0.26 in 2024.
  • When compared globally, China is expected to generate the highest ad spending, reaching US$132.80bn in 2024.
  • In Pakistan, the In-App Advertising market is rapidly growing due to the increasing smartphone penetration and digital engagement among the population.

Definition:

In-app advertising refers to the promotion of products or services within a mobile application and to ad spending on displaying advertisements within an application. This includes various formats, such as banner ads, interstitial ads, video ads, and native ads, that are integrated into the mobile app's user interface and appear as part of the app's content. The ads are usually shown to target users based on their preferences and online behavior.

Structure:

In-app advertising consists of 21 app categories, books & reference, business, education, entertainment, finance, food & drink, game, health & fitness, lifestyle, medical, music, navigation, news & magazines, photo & video, productivity, shopping, social networking, sports, travel, utilities, and weather.

Additional information:

In-app advertising comprises advertising spending, users, and average revenue per user. The market only displays B2B spending. Figures are based on in-app advertising spending and exclude agency commissions, rebates, production costs, and taxes. For more information on the data displayed and definition of each category, use the info button right next to the boxes.

In-Scope

  • Advertising that is displayed within mobile applications includes a variety of ad types, including native ads, interstitial ads, video ads, and banner ads.

Out-Of-Scope

  • Advertising that is displayed within mobile browsers or on mobile webs.
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In-App Advertising: market data & analysis

Study Details

    Ad Spending

    Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Notes: The chart “Comparable Estimates” shows the forecasted development of the selected market from different sources. Please see the additional information for methodology and publication date.

    Most recent update: Mar 2024

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Key Players

    Most recent update: Mar 2024

    Source: Statista Company Insights

    Analyst Opinion

    In-App Advertising market in Pakistan is experiencing significant growth and development due to various factors. Customer preferences, trends in the market, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors all contribute to the expansion of the In-App Advertising industry in the country.

    Customer preferences:
    Customers in Pakistan are increasingly relying on mobile applications for various purposes such as communication, entertainment, and shopping. This growing reliance on mobile apps has created a vast user base, providing a lucrative opportunity for advertisers to reach their target audience through In-App Advertising. With the increasing popularity of smartphones and the affordability of mobile data, more people are spending time on mobile apps, making it an ideal platform for advertisers.

    Trends in the market:
    One of the key trends in the In-App Advertising market in Pakistan is the integration of native ads within mobile applications. Native ads seamlessly blend with the app's interface, providing a non-intrusive and engaging advertising experience for users. This trend is driven by the desire to create a positive user experience while still delivering targeted advertising messages. Advertisers are also leveraging advanced targeting and personalization techniques to ensure that their ads are relevant to the users, further enhancing the effectiveness of In-App Advertising in Pakistan.

    Local special circumstances:
    Pakistan has a young and tech-savvy population, which contributes to the growth of the In-App Advertising market. The country has a high smartphone penetration rate, with a significant portion of the population using mobile apps on a daily basis. This presents a unique opportunity for advertisers to connect with a large and engaged audience through In-App Advertising. Additionally, the increasing availability of affordable smartphones and mobile data plans has made mobile apps accessible to a wider range of users, further fueling the growth of the In-App Advertising market in Pakistan.

    Underlying macroeconomic factors:
    The overall economic growth in Pakistan has also played a role in the development of the In-App Advertising market. As the economy expands, more businesses are looking for effective ways to reach their target audience and promote their products or services. In-App Advertising offers a cost-effective solution for advertisers, allowing them to reach a large number of potential customers without significant investment. The increasing competition among businesses to capture the attention of consumers has further accelerated the adoption of In-App Advertising in Pakistan. In conclusion, the In-App Advertising market in Pakistan is witnessing significant growth and development due to customer preferences, market trends, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors. The increasing reliance on mobile apps, the integration of native ads, the young and tech-savvy population, and the overall economic growth are all contributing to the expansion of the In-App Advertising industry in Pakistan. Advertisers are leveraging these opportunities to effectively reach their target audience and promote their products or services.

    Downloads

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Global Comparison

    Most recent update: Oct 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Methodology

    Data coverage:

    The data encompasses B2B enterprises. Figures are based on in-app advertising spending and exclude agency commissions, rebates, production costs, and taxes. The market covers ad spending on advertisements displayed within a mobile application.

    Modeling approach:

    The market size is determined through a combined top-down and bottom-up approach. We use market data from independent databases, the number of application downloads from data partners, survey results taken from our primary research (e.g., the Consumer Insights Global Survey), and third-party reports to analyze and estimate global in-app advertising spending. To analyze the markets, we start by researching digital advertising in mobile applications for each advertising format, incidents of in-app and mobile browser usage, as well as the time spent in mobile apps by categories. To estimate the market size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific industry associations, such as GDP, mobile users, and digital consumer spending. Lastly, we benchmark key countries and/or regions (e.g., global, the United States, China) with external sources.

    Forecasts:

    We apply a variety of forecasting techniques, depending on the behavior of the relevant market. For instance, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption.

    Additional notes:

    The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year.

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    Key Market Indicators

    Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

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