Digital Music - Switzerland

Switzerland

Highlights

In Switzerland, revenue in the 2023 market is projected to reach US$270.00m in 2024.
Revenue is expected to demonstrate an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 2.79%, leading to a projected market volume of US$309.80m by 2029.
The leading market within this market is Music Streaming, which is anticipated to have a market volume of US$244.50m in 2024.
In a global context, the majority of revenue is forecasted to be generated the United States, amounting to US$19.08bn in 2024.
Within the 2023 market in Switzerland, the number of users is expected to reach 2.9m users by 2029.
User penetration is predicted to be 30.6% in 2024, with an expected increase to 31.8% by 2029.
The usage share of Spotify is estimated to be 51.0% of the 2023 market and the selected region in 2023.
In 2023, a share of Low income of users in Switzerland is classified as belonging to the Low income group.
In Switzerland, the digital music market is increasingly characterized by a growing preference for subscription-based streaming services, reflecting broader consumer shifts towards personalized listening experiences.

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The Digital Music market in Switzerland has been experiencing significant growth in recent years, driven by changing customer preferences and the availability of new technologies.

Customer preferences: Switzerland has a highly developed digital infrastructure, with a high percentage of the population having access to high-speed internet and mobile devices. This has led to a shift in customer preferences towards digital music streaming and downloading, as opposed to traditional physical formats such as CDs or vinyl records. Customers are increasingly looking for convenience and flexibility in their music consumption, with on-demand streaming services becoming the preferred choice for many.

Trends in the market: One of the key trends in the Swiss Digital Music market is the increasing popularity of subscription-based streaming services. Platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Deezer have gained a strong foothold in the market, offering users access to a vast library of music for a monthly fee. This trend is driven by the convenience and affordability of these services, as well as the ability to discover new music through personalized recommendations. Another trend in the market is the rise of local and independent artists. Digital platforms have democratized the music industry, allowing artists to reach a global audience without the need for a traditional record label. This has led to a flourishing of local music scenes in Switzerland, with artists gaining recognition both domestically and internationally. Streaming services have also provided new revenue streams for artists, who can earn royalties based on the number of streams their music receives.

Local special circumstances: Switzerland has a rich musical heritage, with a diverse range of genres and styles. The country is known for its classical music tradition, as well as its vibrant electronic music scene. These local special circumstances have contributed to the growth of the Digital Music market, as consumers are eager to discover and explore music from both local and international artists.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The strong economy and high disposable income levels in Switzerland have also contributed to the growth of the Digital Music market. Consumers have more discretionary income to spend on entertainment, and are willing to pay for premium streaming services or digital downloads. Additionally, the Swiss copyright laws and regulations have provided a favorable environment for the digital music industry, ensuring that artists and rights holders are fairly compensated for their work. In conclusion, the Digital Music market in Switzerland is experiencing growth due to changing customer preferences, the availability of new technologies, and favorable macroeconomic factors. Subscription-based streaming services and the rise of local artists are key trends in the market, while Switzerland's rich musical heritage and strong economy provide a unique context for this growth.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the Music, Radio & Podcasts market, which comprises all revenues generated by traditional and digital radio advertising, consumer purchases of live music event tickets, all sales of tangible audio recording formats, paid digital downloads of professionally produced single tracks / compilations, ad-supported services, and subscription-based, on-demand streaming services. All monetary figures refer to consumer spending on digital goods or subscriptions in the respective market. This spending factors in discounts, margins, and taxes.

Modeling approach / market size:

The market size is determined through a bottom-up approach. We use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party studies and reports, survey results from our primary research (e.g., Consumer Insights), as well as performance factors (e.g., user penetration, price per product, usage) to analyze the markets. To estimate the market size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific industry associations, such as various macroeconomic indicators, historical developments, current trends, and reported performance indicators of key market players. In particular, we consider average prices and annual purchase frequencies.

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. The main drivers are GDP per capita, consumer spending per capita, and 4G coverage.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level. The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year. In some cases, the data is updated on an ad hoc basis (e.g., when new, relevant data has been released or significant changes within the market have an impact on the projected development). Consumer Insights data is reweighted for representativeness.