PUBLISHER: Market Research Future | PRODUCT CODE: 1759484
PUBLISHER: Market Research Future | PRODUCT CODE: 1759484
Global Fabless IC Market Research Report by End Use Industry (Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Industrial, Telecommunication, Healthcare, Aerospace & Defense, and Others), by Type [Microcontrollers (MCUs), Digital Signal Processors (DSP), Graphic Processing Units (GPUs), Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC), Power Management ICs (PMICs), Display Driver ICs, Memory ICs, and Others], by Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America) Market Analysis till 2032
Industry Overview
The global fabless IC market was valued at USD 105,018.6 million in 2023 and is expected to grow significantly, reaching USD 439,469.8 million by 2032, registering a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.9% during the forecast period of 2024 - 2032.
The impressive growth is largely fueled by the rising demand for innovative electronic solutions across various industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation. Moreover, ongoing advancements in semiconductor manufacturing, such as the creation of more compact, faster, and energy-efficient chips, are further driving the global fabless IC market's momentum.
A key growth opportunity lies in the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into chip design, enabling the development of intelligent and efficient ICs tailored for emerging technologies. However, the global fabless IC market does face certain restraints, notably challenges related to regulatory compliance and concerns over intellectual property, particularly in designs involving sensitive national security elements.
Industry Segmentation
In terms of types, the global fabless IC market includes microcontrollers (MCUS), application specific integrated circuits (ASIC), power management ICs (PMICs), digital signal processors (DSP), graphic processing units (GPUS), display driver ICs, memory ICs, and others.
Global fabless IC market has been segmented into end user industry, including automotive, industrial, telecommunication, consumer electronics, healthcare, aerospace & defense, and others.
Based on the region, the global fabless IC market includes Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, North America, Europe, and South America.
Regional Perspectives
North America ranks as the second-largest region in the global fabless integrated circuit (IC) market, primarily due to advanced developments in semiconductor and IC technologies. The United States plays a pivotal role, leading innovation in this industry. Additionally, the country's growth in automotive production and sales, especially in sectors utilizing digital signal processors, is further bolstering the fabless IC industry.
In Europe, the market outlook remains strong, largely fueled by the increasing adoption of hybrid and electric vehicles, with Germany emerging as the top market for plug-in electric car sales. Furthermore, the growing emphasis on industrial automation, supported by Industry 4.0 integration and technologies such as industrial robots, collaborative robots (COBOTs), rollers, and automated guided vehicles, is significantly enhancing the demand for fabless ICs.
The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region has become a global hub for fabless IC innovation. This vibrant and rapidly evolving global fabless IC market is being driven by specialized fabless firms that bring technological leadership, strategic collaboration, and continuous innovation to the semiconductor landscape.
Meanwhile, the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region is also witnessing notable growth. The progress is fuelled by the rising adoption of IoT-based applications, increasing automation needs, and various government initiatives aimed at promoting digital transformation and the development of smart city infrastructures, all contributing to the expansion of the fabless IC market.
Major Competitors
Silicon Labs, MediaTek Inc., Qualcomm Inc, Broadcom Inc., Infineon Technologies AG, NVIDIA Corporation, Xilinx Inc., Himax Technologies Inc., Ambarella Inc., Renesas Electronics Corporation are the leading companies in the Global Fabless IC Market.