Business Email Compromise Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, By Offering, By Deployment Mode, By Vertical, By Region, By Competition 2020-2030F

Description

The Global Business Email Compromise Market was valued at USD 1.48 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 4.69 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 21.20% during the forecast period. Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a type of cyberattack that targets enterprises through deceptive email communications-typically involving impersonation of executives, employees, or suppliers-to fraudulently acquire funds or sensitive information. These attacks rely heavily on social engineering rather than technical flaws, making them difficult to detect and prevent. The expanding digital workspace, including increased reliance on cloud platforms and remote collaboration, has broadened the attack surface, leading to a surge in demand for robust email security solutions. Enterprises in finance, government, healthcare, and professional services are investing in cybersecurity tools, email authentication systems, and real-time monitoring platforms. Additionally, evolving threats such as deepfake-enabled impersonation and supply chain manipulation have further intensified the need for adaptive defense mechanisms. The market is also being propelled by the integration of AI and ML technologies, which enhance the ability to detect suspicious behavior. Compliance mandates and insurer requirements are further encouraging organizations to strengthen their email security frameworks, reinforcing the market's growth trajectory.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 1.48 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 4.69 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	21.20%
Fastest Growing Segment	IT and Telecommunications
Largest Market	North America

Key Market Drivers

Escalation of Social Engineering and Executive Impersonation Attacks

The increasing frequency and sophistication of social engineering attacks, particularly those involving executive impersonation, are a major force behind the rising demand for business email compromise solutions. Threat actors study corporate structures, communication habits, and workflows to craft highly convincing emails that often appear urgent and legitimate. By mimicking high-ranking officials or trusted partners, attackers manipulate employees into executing unauthorized fund transfers or disclosing sensitive data. This evolving threat landscape is prompting companies to adopt AI-driven monitoring tools, implement verification protocols, and strengthen employee awareness training programs to detect and neutralize such deceptive schemes.

Key Market Challenges

Difficulty in Differentiating Legitimate from Fraudulent Communications

A key challenge in mitigating business email compromise lies in the ability to distinguish authentic communications from well-crafted fraudulent emails. These threats often mimic real correspondence by using familiar internal phrases, legitimate-looking domains, and accurate signatures. Attackers may spend extended periods observing communication styles to craft messages that align with ongoing conversations or known approval processes. This high level of detail makes detection difficult, even for vigilant staff. Without intelligent tools that analyze behavioral and contextual anomalies, organizations remain vulnerable despite awareness and training initiatives.

Key Market Trends

Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Email Threat Detection

A growing trend in the business email compromise market is the adoption of artificial intelligence for real-time threat identification. Traditional security tools often fall short in detecting attacks that lack malicious payloads and instead rely on psychological manipulation. AI-powered systems use machine learning to monitor email behavior, detect deviations in language, identify impersonation tactics, and analyze historical communication patterns. These tools help flag potentially harmful emails before action is taken, supporting proactive defense. Additionally, AI-enhanced platforms refine threat detection continuously through integration with global intelligence feeds, improving accuracy and reducing false alerts. This shift is transforming email security from reactive to predictive, aligning with the demands of a digital-first business environment.

Key Market Players

Microsoft Corporation
Cisco Systems, Inc.
Proofpoint, Inc.
Mimecast Limited
Broadcom Inc.
Trend Micro Incorporated
Barracuda Networks, Inc.
Fortinet, Inc.

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Business Email Compromise Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Business Email Compromise Market, By Offering:

Solutions
Services

Business Email Compromise Market, By Deployment Mode:

Cloud
On-premises

Business Email Compromise Market, By Vertical:

BFSI
Government
IT and Telecommunications
Energy and Utilities
Manufacturing
Retail and eCommerce
Healthcare
Others

Business Email Compromise Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Australia
Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- South Africa
South America
- Brazil
- Colombia
- Argentina

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Business Email Compromise Market.

Available Customizations:

Global Business Email Compromise Market report with the given market data, Tech Sci Research offers customizations according to a company's specific needs. The following customization options are available for the report:

1. Solution Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Business Email Compromise Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Offering (Solutions, Services)
- 5.2.2. By Deployment Mode (Cloud, On-premises)
- 5.2.3. By Vertical (BFSI, Government, IT and Telecommunications, Energy and Utilities, Manufacturing, Retail and eCommerce, Healthcare, Others)
- 5.2.4. By Region (North America, Europe, South America, Middle East & Africa, Asia Pacific)
5.3. By Company (2024)
5.4. Market Map

6. North America Business Email Compromise Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Offering
- 6.2.2. By Deployment Mode
- 6.2.3. By Vertical
- 6.2.4. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Offering
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Vertical
- 6.3.2. Canada Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Offering
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Vertical
- 6.3.3. Mexico Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Offering
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Vertical

7. Europe Business Email Compromise Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Offering
- 7.2.2. By Deployment Mode
- 7.2.3. By Vertical
- 7.2.4. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Offering
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Vertical
- 7.3.2. France Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Offering
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Vertical
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Offering
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Vertical
- 7.3.4. Italy Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Offering
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Vertical
- 7.3.5. Spain Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Offering
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Vertical

8. Asia Pacific Business Email Compromise Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Offering
- 8.2.2. By Deployment Mode
- 8.2.3. By Vertical
- 8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Offering
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Vertical
- 8.3.2. India Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Offering
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Vertical
- 8.3.3. Japan Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Offering
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Vertical
- 8.3.4. South Korea Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Offering
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Vertical
- 8.3.5. Australia Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Offering
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Vertical

9. Middle East & Africa Business Email Compromise Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Offering
- 9.2.2. By Deployment Mode
- 9.2.3. By Vertical
- 9.2.4. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Offering
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Vertical
- 9.3.2. UAE Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Offering
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Vertical
- 9.3.3. South Africa Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Offering
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By Vertical

10. South America Business Email Compromise Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Offering
- 10.2.2. By Deployment Mode
- 10.2.3. By Vertical
- 10.2.4. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Offering
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Vertical
- 10.3.2. Colombia Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Offering
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Vertical
- 10.3.3. Argentina Business Email Compromise Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Offering
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Deployment Mode
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Vertical

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends and Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Company Profiles

13.1. Microsoft Corporation
- 13.1.1. Business Overview
- 13.1.2. Key Revenue and Financials
- 13.1.3. Recent Developments
- 13.1.4. Key Personnel
- 13.1.5. Key Product/Services Offered
13.2. Cisco Systems, Inc.
13.3. Proofpoint, Inc.
13.4. Mimecast Limited
13.5. Broadcom Inc.
13.6. Trend Micro Incorporated
13.7. Barracuda Networks, Inc.
13.8. Fortinet, Inc.