6G Market: 2026-2035

Description

Overview

Our 6G Market research suite provides detailed analysis and strategic recommendations for mobile network operators developing their 6G roadmaps in the build up to its standardisation and launch. The report includes examination of the challenges mobile network operators experienced with the launch of 5G; providing recommendations and analysis of how these challenges can be avoided with the next generation of mobile communications. It also includes detailed analysis and evaluation of key 6G development areas, including AI-native networks, non-terrestrial network integration, and Compute as a Service.

The report assesses the key monetisation opportunities with 6G, including the transition of networks into platforms for enterprise consumption, such as via network application programming interfaces (APIs). It also includes a Country Readiness Index, with insights and analysis of the countries expected to lead with 6G; allowing stakeholders to effectively understand the future of 6G in each of the 61 countries.

The suite comprises several different options that can be purchased separately, including access to a data and forecasting document, a strategy and trends document detailing critical trends in the market, and strategic recommendations for how mobile network operators should be building their 6G roadmaps. The research suite also includes a Future Leaders Index, which can be purchased separately, that contains analysis and market sizing for 11 future leading 6G vendors.

Collectively, the suite provides a critical tool for understanding the development of 6G; allowing mobile network operators and other stakeholders to effectively plan for the next generation of mobile networks and wireless cellular communications.

Key Features

Key Takeaways & Strategic Recommendations: In-depth analysis of key development opportunities and findings for the future of 6G; providing mobile network operators with the information necessary to effectively plan their 6G roadmaps.
6G Standard Future Analysis: Insights into major technologies and opportunities defining the development of 6G standards and networks; providing mobile network operators with the details necessary to plan for the launch of 6G.
Benchmark Industry Forecasts: The suite provides seven-year forecasts for the future 6G market, including the total number of 6G connections, total 6G revenue, total number of 6G mobile subscribers, total revenue from 6G mobile subscribers, total number of 6G Internet of Things (IoT) connections, and total 6G IoT revenue.
Juniper Research Future Leaders Index: Key player capability and capacity assessment for 11 vendors positioned to define the future of 6G.

1. Market Trends & Strategies Table of Contents

1. Key Takeaways & Strategic Recommendations

1.1 Key Takeaways
1.2 Strategic Recommendations

2. Defining the 6G Era

2.1 Introduction
2.2 Current Mobile Landscape
- Figure 2.1: Total Mobile Subscriber SIMs (m) by Technology, 2013-2030
2.3 6G Market Outlook
- 2.3.1 6G Mobile Subscribers
- Figure 2.2: 6G Subscribers (m), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
- Figure 2.3: 6G Subscriber Revenue ($bn), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
- Figure 2.4: 6G Subscriber Data Usage (PB), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
- 2.3.2 6G IoT
- Figure 2.5: 6G IoT Connections (m), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
- Figure 2.6: 6G IoT Revenue ($bn), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
- Figure 2.7: 6G IoT Data Usage (PB), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
2.4 The 6G Value Proposition
- 2.4.1 Networks as Digital Infrastructure
- 2.4.2 Machine-driven Connectivity
- 2.4.3 Autonomous Networks
- 2.4.4 Hybrid Network Integration
2.5 Economic Drivers of 6G Development
- 2.5.1 Mobile Traffic Growth
- 2.5.2 Industrial Digitalisation at Scale
- 2.5.3 Connectivity as Strategic National Infrastructure
- 2.5.4 Improved Network Efficiency & Sustainability
- 2.5.5 New ‘Post-connectivity’ Revenue Models

3. Core 6G Technologies

3.1 Introduction
3.2 THz Spectrum
3.3 AI-native Networks
3.4 Integrated Sensing and Communication
3.5 Non-terrestrial Networks
3.6 Compute-as-a-Service

4. Securing 6G ROI

4.1 Introduction
4.2 Lessons From 5G Monetisation
4.3 Opportunity 1: Moving Beyond Connectivity
4.4 Opportunity 2: Industry Collaboration & Standardisation
4.5 Opportunity 3: Focus on Enterprise Markets
4.6 Opportunity 4: Improved Network Efficiency

5. 6G Country Readiness Index

5.1 Introduction
- Figure 5.1: Juniper Research Country Readiness Index: Regional Definitions
- Table 5.2: Juniper Research Country Readiness Index Scoring Criteria: 6G
- Figure 5.3: Juniper Research Country Readiness Index: 6G
- Figure 5.4 Juniper Research Competitive Web: 6G Regional Opportunities
5.2 Focus Markets
- Table 5.5: 6G Focus Markets
- 5.2.1 Key Characteristics
  - i. Advanced Mobile Infrastructure & Spectrum Maturity
  - ii. Strong Innovation Ecosystems
  - iii. High Enterprise Demand
  - iv. Proactive Government Policy & National 6G Strategies
  - v. Higher Long-term Commercial Value
- 5.2.2 Markets to Watch
  - i. United States
  - ii. China
  - iii. South Korea
  - iv. United Arab Emirates
  - v. Finland
5.3 Growth Markets
- Table 5.6: 6G Growth Markets
- 5.3.1 Key Characteristics
  - i. Rapid Growth in Demand for Mobile Data & Connectivity
  - ii. Expanding Digital & Industrial Transformation Initiatives
  - iii. High Long-term Adoption Potential
  - iv. Improving Policy & Infrastructure Readiness
  - v. Uneven Market Readiness
- 5.3.2 Markets to Watch
  - i. India
  - ii. Indonesia
  - iii. Poland
  - iv. Nigeria
  - v. Thailand
5.4 Developing Markets
- Table 5.7: 6G Developing Markets
- 5.4.1 Key Characteristics
  - i. Infrastructure Expansion Remains the Primary Connectivity Priority
  - ii. Widespread Affordability Constraints
  - iii. Limited AI & Telecom Innovation
  - iv. Uneven Enterprise Digitalisation & Industrial Readiness
  - v. Long-term Opportunities Driven by Population Growth & Mobile-first
- 5.4.2 Markets to Watch
  - i. Malaysia
  - ii. Vietnam
  - iii. Kenya
  - iv. Turkey
  - v. Israel
5.5 Regional Heatmaps
- 5.5.1 North America
- 5.5.2 Latin America
- 5.5.3 West Europe
- 5.5.4 Central & East Europe
- 5.5.5 Far East & China
- 5.5.6 Indian Subcontinent
- 5.5.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
- 5.5.8 Africa & Middle East

2. Future Leaders Index Table of Contents

1. 6G Technology Vendors Future Leaders Index

1.1 Introduction
- Table 1.1: Juniper Research Future Leaders Index: 6G Technology Vendors
- Figure 1.2: Juniper Research Future Leaders Index: 6G Technology Vendors
- Table 1.3: Juniper Research Future Leaders Index: 6G Technology Vendors

2. 6G Technology Vendor Profiles

2.1 Broadcom
- Table 2.1: Broadcom Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.2 Ericsson
- Table 2.2: Ericsson Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.3 HTC
- Table 2.3: HTC Financial Overview, FY22-FY24 ($m)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.4 Huawei
- Table 2.4: Huawei Financial Overview, FY22-FY24 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.5 Intel
- Table 2.5: Intel Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.6 LG Electronics
- Table 2.6: LG Electronics Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.7 NEC
- Table 2.7: NEC Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.8 Nokia
- Table 2.8: Nokia Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.9 Qualcomm
- Table 2.9: Qualcomm Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.10 Samsung Electronics
- Table 2.10: Samsung Electronics Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development
2.11 ZTE
- Table 2.11: ZTE Financial Overview, FY23-FY25 ($bn)
  - ii. Geographical Spread
  - iii. Key Clients & Strategic Partnerships
  - iv. High-level View of Offerings
  - v. Juniper Research’s View: Key Strengths & Strategic Development

3. Methodology

3.1 Future Leaders Index Assessment Methodology
3.2 Limitations & Interpretations
- Table 3.1: Assessment Criteria for Juniper Research Future Leaders Index: 6G
3.3 Related Research

3. Data & Forecasting Table of Contents

1. Defining the 6G Era

1.1 Introduction
1.2 Current Mobile Landscape
- Figure 1.1: Total SIMs (m) by Technology, 2013-2030
1.3 The 6G Value Proposition
- 1.3.1 Networks as Digital Infrastructure
- 1.3.2 Machine-driven Connectivity
- 1.3.3 Autonomous Networks
- 1.3.4 Hybrid Network Integration
1.4 Economic Drivers of 6G Development
- 1.4.1 Mobile Traffic Growth
- 1.4.2 Industrial Digitalisation at Scale
- 1.4.3 Connectivity as Strategic National Infrastructure
- 1.4.4 Improved Network Efficiency & Sustainability
- 1.4.5 New ‘Post-connectivity’ Revenue Models
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Forecast Methodology & Assumptions
- Figure 2.1: 6G Subscriber Forecast Methodology
2.3 6G Subscribers
- Figure & Table 2.2: 6G Subscribers (m), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
2.4 6G Subscriber Revenue
- Figure & Table 2.3: 6G Subscriber Revenue ($bn), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-
2.5 6G Subscriber Data Usage
- Figure & Table 2.4: 6G Subscriber Data Usage (PB), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Forecast Methodology & Assumptions
- Figure 3.1: 6G IoT Forecast Methodology
3.3 6G IoT Connections
- Figure & Table 3.2: 6G IoT Connections (m), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
3.4 6G IoT MNO Revenue
- Figure & Table 3.3: 6G IoT MNO Revenue ($bn), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-
3.5 6G IoT Data Usage
- Figure & Table 3.4: 6G IoT Data Usage (PB), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
4.1 6G Connections
- Figure & Table 4.1: Total 6G Connections (m), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
- Figure 4.2: Total 6G Connections (m), Split by Segment, 2028-2035
- Figure 4.3: Total 6G Connections (%), Split by Segment, 2028-2035
4.2 6G Revenue
- Figure & Table 4.4: 6G MNO Revenue ($bn), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
- Figure 4.5: 6G MNO Revenue ($bn), Split by Segment, 2028-2035
- Figure 4.6: 6G MNO Revenue (%), Split by Segment, 2028-2035
4.3 6G Data Usage
- Figure & Table 4.7: 6G Data Usage (PB), Split by 8 Key Regions, 2028-2035
- Figure 4.8: 6G Data Usage (PB), Split by Segment, 2028-2035
- Figure 4.9: 6G Data Usage (%), Split by Segment, 2028-2035