Product Code: ETC016141 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Feb 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
Qatar Watches market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 4883, Which has increased slightly as compared to the HHI of 4349 in 2017. The market is moving towards concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The Qatar watches market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.10% during the forecast period 2025-2031. A watch can be an accessory, a utility device, or both ??? depending on its brand and style. In Qatar, watches are considered status symbols for luxury consumers as they use them as fashion accessories rather than just telling time. The increasing demand for branded wristwatches amongst high net worth individuals in Qatar has driven the growth of the watches market in the country over recent years.
Over recent years, smartwatch technology has significantly evolved thanks to advancements in sensors and connectivity technologies such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi which allow users access to various functions like calendar management & reminders, voice activation commands etc., thus driving the demand for smartwatches across different age groups in Qatar. This factor is expected to drive further growth of this segment over the coming years. Another major driver behind increased watch sales in Qatar is rising disposable income levels among local consumers due to increased oil prices over recent years leading people purchase more expensive items including luxury watches. This trend is likely to continue over the forecast period too given that GDP per capita projections remain positive.
Despite growing consumer preference towards branded wristwatches, penetration rate remains low when compared with countries such as Switzerland, UAE etc., where it stands at around 6%. This might restrain growth of market participants operating within this region over near future if not addressed properly by government authorities so that consumer confidence increases amongst locals regarding buying premium products online from vendors located abroad.
Some key players present in Qatar Watches Market include Fossil Group Inc., Citizen Watch Co Ltd., Casio Computer Co Ltd., Seiko Corporation, Timex Group USA Inc., Omega SA Swiss Luxury Watch Manufacturer and Rado AG Swiss Luxury Watch Manufacturers amongst others who account for majority share within this space currently.
The Qatar watches market experienced a downturn during the COVID-19 pandemic. With economic uncertainties and reduced consumer spending, the demand for luxury items like watches declined. Travel restrictions also affected the sales of watches, as tourists are significant consumers of luxury products. However, the market adapted by offering online sales and promotions to attract local buyers. As the country`s economy gradually recovered and travel resumed, the watches market saw improvements in sales and consumer confidence.
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 Qatar Watches Market Overview |
3.1 Qatar Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Qatar Watches Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Qatar Watches Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Operations, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Qatar Watches Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Qatar Watches Market Trends |
6 Qatar Watches Market, By Types |
6.1 Qatar Watches Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Smart Watches, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Luxury Watches, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Fitness Watches, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Qatar Watches Market, By Operations |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Mechanical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Quartz, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Qatar Watches Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypermarket/ Supermarket, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021-2031F |
6.5 Qatar Watches Market, By End-Users |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Women, 2021-2031F |
6.5.3 Qatar Watches Market Revenues & Volume, By Unisex, 2021-2031F |
7 Qatar Watches Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Qatar Watches Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Qatar Watches Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Qatar Watches Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Qatar Watches Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Qatar Watches Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Qatar Watches Market Opportunity Assessment, By Operations, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Qatar Watches Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Qatar Watches Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Users, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Qatar Watches Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Qatar Watches Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Qatar Watches Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |