Ride-hailing - Egypt | Statista Market Forecast

Egypt is expected to witness significant growth in the Ride-hailing market, with revenue projected to reach US$256.70m by 2024.
The market is expected to grow at an annual rate of 15.50% from 2024 to 2029, resulting in a market volume projection of US$527.50m by 2029.
By 2029, the number of users in the Ride-hailing market is expected to reach 43.32m users, with a projected user penetration of 35.1%, up from 23.0% in 2024.
The average revenue per user (ARPU) is expected to be US$9.76.
Furthermore, 100% of the total revenue in the market is projected to be generated through online sales by 2029.
It is noteworthy that China is expected to generate the most revenue in the Ride-hailing market, with a projected revenue of US$60bn in 2024, compared to Egypt's projected revenue of US$256.70m.
The Ride-hailing market in Egypt is dominated by Careem and Uber, which face challenges due to limited banking infrastructure and high cash usage.

Definition:

The Ride-hailing market encompasses on-demand transportation services facilitated through mobile apps or online platforms. This market covers both private vehicle rides and taxi services, all booked exclusively online. It includes Transportation Network Companies (TNCs), such as Uber and Lyft, traditional taxis booked via apps, such as Free Now or Cabify, and ride-pooling services, such as Moia and Via. This market excludes peer-to-peer ride-sharing, focusing on professionally operated transport services booked digitally for efficient and convenient urban mobility. Rides of traditional taxi services hailed on the street or booked via telephone are not included in this market.

Additional Information:

The main performance indicators of the Ride-hailing market are revenues, average revenue per user (ARPU), user numbers and user penetration rates. Additionally, online and offline sales channel shares display the distribution of online and offline bookings. The ARPU refers to the average revenue one user generates per year while the revenue represents the total booking volume. Revenues are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include exclusively B2C revenues and users for the mentioned market. User numbers show only those individuals who have made a reservation, independent of the number of travelers on the booking. Each user is only counted once per year.

The booking volume includes all booked rides made by users from the selected region, regardless of where the ride took place.

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Platforms that let users book rides offered by drivers using their private vehicles (e.g., Uber)
Taxi companies that offer their services through an app (e.g., Free Now)
Platforms that offer shared rides (ride-pooling) with other passengers (e.g., Moia, Via)

Traditional taxi rides booked offline with taxi companies (via street-hailing or by telephone)

The Ride-hailing market in Egypt has been experiencing significant growth in recent years, driven by changing customer preferences and local special circumstances.

Customer preferences: In Egypt, customers have increasingly turned to ride-hailing services due to their convenience, affordability, and safety. With the rise of smartphone penetration and internet connectivity, people are embracing the ease of booking a ride with just a few taps on their screens. Additionally, the ability to track the driver's location and estimated time of arrival provides a sense of security for passengers.

Trends in the market: One of the key trends in the ride-hailing market in Egypt is the increasing competition among different service providers. Several local and international companies have entered the market, offering a variety of options to customers. This competition has led to improved service quality, lower prices, and innovative features to attract and retain customers. Furthermore, ride-hailing companies have expanded their services beyond just transportation, offering options such as food delivery and package delivery, catering to the evolving needs of customers. Another trend in the market is the growing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by ride-hailing companies. This shift towards greener transportation solutions is driven by both environmental concerns and the desire to reduce operational costs. The availability of charging infrastructure and government incentives for EVs have further encouraged ride-hailing companies to invest in electric fleets, contributing to a more sustainable transportation ecosystem in Egypt.

Local special circumstances: Egypt's large population and traffic congestion in major cities have created a favorable environment for the growth of ride-hailing services. With limited public transportation options and increasing urbanization, people are seeking alternative modes of transportation that can navigate through the busy streets more efficiently. Ride-hailing services provide a flexible and reliable solution, allowing people to travel quickly and conveniently, even during peak hours.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The growth of the ride-hailing market in Egypt is also influenced by underlying macroeconomic factors. The country has seen improvements in internet infrastructure and smartphone penetration, making it easier for people to access ride-hailing platforms. Additionally, the government has taken steps to regulate the industry and provide a supportive environment for ride-hailing companies to operate. These factors, coupled with Egypt's young and tech-savvy population, have contributed to the rapid expansion of the ride-hailing market in the country. Overall, the ride-hailing market in Egypt is experiencing significant growth due to changing customer preferences, increasing competition, the adoption of electric vehicles, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors. As the market continues to evolve, ride-hailing companies will need to innovate and adapt to meet the evolving needs of customers and navigate the unique challenges of the Egyptian market.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on bookings and revenues of ride-hailing services.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use financial reports, third-party studies and reports, federal statistical offices, industry associations, and price data. To estimate the number of users and bookings, we furthermore use data from the Statista Consumer Insigths Global survey. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as demographic data, GDP, consumer spending, internet penetration, and device usage. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, ARIMA, which allows time series forecasts, accounting for stationarity of data and enabling short-term estimates. Additionally, simple linear regression, Holt-Winters forecast, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing methods are applied.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change.

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