| Product Code: ETC4804647 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Croatia watch import market in 2024 saw significant growth, with top exporters being Slovenia, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands. The market concentration, as measured by the HHI, remained moderate, indicating a competitive landscape. The impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.25% from 2020 to 2024 highlights the increasing demand for watches in Croatia. Moreover, the growth rate of 26.59% from 2023 to 2024 suggests a thriving market with promising opportunities for watch importers in the country.

The watches market in Croatia is experiencing steady demand, driven by both fashion-conscious consumers and those seeking functional timepieces. With a variety of brands catering to different price points, the market includes both luxury and affordable options. The rise in online retail and increasing disposable incomes are contributing to market growth. Smartwatches, which combine fitness tracking and connectivity features, are also gaining popularity, particularly among younger consumers. Overall, the market remains competitive with a mix of traditional and modern timepieces.
The watches market in Croatia is growing as consumers continue to value both functional and luxury timepieces. The demand for smartwatches is particularly strong, driven by advancements in wearable technology and health monitoring features. Additionally, the luxury watch segment is buoyed by increasing disposable income and a preference for premium brands.
The watches market in Croatia faces intense competition from international and local brands, leading to pricing pressure. The market is also influenced by changing consumer preferences, particularly toward smartwatches and multifunctional devices. High production costs and ensuring brand differentiation while maintaining quality and affordability further complicate market dynamics.
Croatias consumer protection and trade policies regulate the production and sale of watches to ensure quality and fair trade practices. The government supports local watchmakers through financial incentives, particularly for those focusing on craftsmanship and export growth.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Croatia Watches Market Overview |
3.1 Croatia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Croatia Watches Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Croatia Watches Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Operations, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Croatia Watches Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing disposable income of consumers in Croatia |
4.2.2 Growing tourism industry in Croatia, leading to higher demand for watches |
4.2.3 Rising popularity of luxury and fashion watches in the Croatian market |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Competition from other fashion accessories like smartwatches and jewelry |
4.3.2 Economic uncertainties impacting consumer spending on non-essential items |
5 Croatia Watches Market Trends |
6 Croatia Watches Market Segmentations |
6.1 Croatia Watches Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Smart Watches, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Luxury Watches, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Fitness Watches, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Croatia Watches Market, By Operations |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Mechanical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Quartz, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Croatia Watches Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypermarket/ Supermarket, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021-2031F |
6.5 Croatia Watches Market, By End-Users |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Women, 2021-2031F |
6.5.3 Croatia Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Unisex, 2021-2031F |
7 Croatia Watches Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Croatia Watches Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Croatia Watches Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Croatia Watches Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of watches in Croatia |
8.2 Number of international watch brands entering the Croatian market |
8.3 Consumer sentiment towards purchasing watches in Croatia |
9 Croatia Watches Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Croatia Watches Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Croatia Watches Market Opportunity Assessment, By Operations, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Croatia Watches Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Croatia Watches Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Croatia Watches Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Croatia Watches Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Croatia Watches Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |