Creative Software - Worldwide | Statista Market Forecast

The Creative Software market worldwide is projected to reach a revenue of US$9.39bn in 2024.
This represents a significant growth potential for the market segment.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 1.76%, resulting in a market volume of US$10.25bn by 2029.
When compared to other countries, United States is expected to generate the highest revenue in the Creative Software market.
In 2024, United States is projected to generate a revenue of US$4.93bn, solidifying its position as a key player in the global market.
Despite fierce competition in the worldwide creative software market, the United States remains a dominant player with its innovative and highly sought-after software solutions.

Definition:

The Creative Software market covers software applications designed to support tasks such as graphic design, video editing, 3D modeling, music composition, and photo editing and are used for content creation, design, and media production.

Products in the Creative Software market can be obtained in two ways: as on-premises software that is sold via a transactional license or a subscription and as cloud-based software (software as a service/ SaaS) that is most frequently sold as a subscription.

Additional Information:

The Creative Software market comprises revenue and revenue growth as the key performance indicators. Only revenues that are generated by primary vendors at the manufacturer price level either directly or through distribution channels (excluding value-added tax) are included, and revenues generated by resellers are excluded. Revenues are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include spending by consumers (B2C), enterprises (B2B) as well as governments (B2G).

Key players in this market include Adobe and Corel.

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Sound & video recording software, such as OBS Studio, Camtasia, and Riverside
Image & video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and Final Cut Pro

Free-of-charge software, such as Airtable, Anaplan, and BlackLine
Custom applications, such as Sphinx Solutions, CHI Software, and Intellectsoft

The Creative Software market has been experiencing significant growth worldwide. This growth can be attributed to the increasing demand for digital content creation and the rise of the gig economy.

Customer preferences: Customers are increasingly looking for software that is easy to use, affordable, and offers a wide range of features. They want software that allows them to create high-quality content quickly and efficiently. Additionally, customers are increasingly interested in cloud-based software that allows them to work collaboratively with others.

Trends in the market: In the United States, the Creative Software market has been dominated by Adobe, which offers a wide range of software, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. However, there has been a rise in the popularity of alternative software, such as Sketch and Figma, which offer similar features at a lower cost.In Europe, there has been a rise in the popularity of open-source software, such as GIMP and Inkscape. These software options are free to use and offer a wide range of features, making them an attractive option for small businesses and independent creators.In Asia, the Creative Software market has been dominated by companies such as Tencent and Baidu, which offer a wide range of software, including photo editing and video editing software. Additionally, there has been a rise in the popularity of mobile-based software, such as PicsArt and VSCO, which offer a range of features and allow users to edit photos and videos on the go.

Local special circumstances: In Africa, the Creative Software market is still in its early stages of development. However, there has been a rise in the popularity of mobile-based software, such as Canva and Adobe Spark, which offer a range of features and are easy to use.In Latin America, there has been a rise in the popularity of software that allows users to create content in Spanish and Portuguese. Additionally, there has been a rise in the popularity of software that is tailored to the needs of small businesses and independent creators.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The rise of the gig economy has played a significant role in the growth of the Creative Software market worldwide. As more people work as freelancers or independent contractors, there has been an increasing demand for software that allows them to create high-quality content quickly and efficiently.Additionally, the increasing demand for digital content creation has played a role in the growth of the Creative Software market. As more businesses and individuals look to create content for social media and other digital platforms, there has been an increasing demand for software that allows them to do so easily and affordably.Overall, the Creative Software market is expected to continue to grow worldwide as more businesses and individuals look to create high-quality digital content. However, the market is likely to become increasingly competitive, with new software options emerging to meet the changing needs of customers.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2B, B2G, and B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the allocation to the country where the money was spent at manufacturer price level (excluding VAT).

Modeling approach / Market size:

The segment size is determined through a top-down approach. We use financial statements such as annual reports, quarterly earnings, and expert opinions to analyze the markets. To estimate the segment size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific industry associations such as GDP, level of digitization, GDP sector composition, and observed level of software piracy.

Forecasts:

We use a variety of forecasting techniques, for instance, advanced statistical methods, depending on the behavior of the relevant segment. The main drivers are the GDP and the level of digitization.

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.

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