Eye Care Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

The eye care industry is primarily concerned with the preservation of ocular health and correction of eye problems that can decrease vision capacity. Within the eye care industry are practitioners that have a doctoral degree in optometry and/or ophthalmology. Eye care establishments are chiefly engaged in providing eye examinations to discern the acuity of vision or other visual complications, in addition to providing prescriptions for glasses and lenses, as well as retailing these products. Doctors within the ocular field may practice privately, in group practices, or through a facility.

In eye care there are several specialties: optometrists, opticians, and ophthalmologists. Optometrist execute general eye exams, which often leads to prescriptions for glasses or contacts, and may also attend to some basic eye conditions. Opticians typically manufacture and retail corrective lenses in a variety of locations based upon the prescription written by an optometrist or ophthalmologist. Overall eye care is the specialty of an ophthalmologist. Laser surgery is also on the rise for those who can afford it, and often can eliminate the need glasses or contacts.

In the eye care industry, demand is affected by changing health care practices, fashion trends for eye wear, and demographics. The profits of an optometrist practice vary depending on factors such as whether or not it sells eye wear in addition to providing eye examinations.

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Eye Care Industry Research & Market Reports

  • Spectacles in the Philippines

    ... experiencing rising demand due to the growth in the number of people requiring vision correction. Euromonitor International's Spectacles in Philippines report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a ... Read More

  • Spectacles in China

    ... on a regular basis, so pent-up demand from 2022 due to global trade restrictions, is being released in 2023, contributing to the rebound in sales of spectacles. Euromonitor International's Spectacles in China report offers a ... Read More

  • Spectacles in Spain

    ... which, supply chain disruptions, as compounded by the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, continue to challenge players to fulfil demand. With regards to spectacles, this is resulting in price-sensitive consumers managing their tight budgets with fewer opticians’ ... Read More

  • Eyewear in China

    ... that was not met in 2022, due to trade restrictions and lockdowns, has been released in 2023, especially within spectacles, where purchases are highly dependent on offline optical goods stores and other services. On the ... Read More

  • Sunglasses in China

    ... supply chains and sales activity for sunglasses are returning to normal, releasing demand that could not be met in 2022, while the recovery of outdoor sports and travel activities, in addition to the premiumisation trend, ... Read More

  • Eyewear in Japan

    ... costs and the weakening of the Japanese yen are also impacting the pricing of eyewear. While demand in the local market remains stable despite such a situation, product availability and price are expected to remain ... Read More

  • Eyewear in Spain

    ... office and, once again, taking up social activities. As a result, sunglasses and contact lenses have benefited from this renewed social interaction and activity. However, this is all set against a backdrop of inflationary pressures ... Read More

  • Spectacles in Japan

    ... leading optical goods store, Megane Ichiba - operated by Megane TOP Co Ltd - had already announced price increases for its highly functional lenses in September 2022. Many brands, including Zoff (Intermestic Inc) and 999.9 ... Read More

  • Sunglasses in Spain

    ... the COVID-19 pandemic, alongside the resumption of tourism. Indeed, it is noted that tourist trade is key to the support of sunglasses – whether this is on a domestic or international basis. Euromonitor International's Sunglasses ... Read More

  • Eyewear in the Philippines

    ... promotional campaigns led by major airlines and additional initiatives launched by the national government to stimulate domestic and international tourism. As people take to the skies, their need for protective and fashionable eyewear, from sunglasses ... Read More

  • Sunglasses in Turkey

    ... are actively choosing to limit the replacement of non-essential items, like accessories and sunglasses. In addition, consumers buying cheaper ranges usually prefer to have more than one pair, treating them as fashion items that help ... Read More

  • Eyewear Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product Type (Spectacles, Lenses, and Sunglasses); By Distribution Channel; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2023 - 2032

    ... 360.30 billion by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Eyewear Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product Type (Spectacles, Lenses, and Sunglasses); By Distribution Channel; By Region; ... Read More

  • The World Market for Glass for Clocks, Watches, Spectacles Not Optically Worked, and Hollow Glass Spheres and Segments for Sphere Manufacture: A 2024 Global Trade Perspective

    ... and import/export managers who are concerned with the market for clock and watch glasses, glass for spectacles not optically worked, and hollow glass spheres and segments for sphere manufacture. With the globalization of this market, ... Read More

  • The World Market for Corrective or Protective Spectacles and Goggles: A 2024 Global Trade Perspective

    ... or protective spectacles and goggles. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the ... Read More

  • Sunglasses Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product (Polarized and Non-Polarized); By Material; By Channel; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2023 - 2032

    ... billion by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Sunglasses Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product (Polarized and Non-Polarized); By Material; By Channel; By Region; Segment Forecast, ... Read More

  • Sunglasses in Hong Kong, China

    ... domestic sales of sunglasses are expected to decline due to a consumer shift in spending power for overseas travel, inbound tourists will play a more significant role in driving up demand. Since local residents were ... Read More

  • The World Market for Spectacles and Spectacle Frames: A 2024 Global Trade Perspective

    ... frames. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the fact. Professor Philip M. ... Read More

  • Spectacles in Hong Kong, China

    ... older, and thus likely to be in need of some type of presbyopia-related eyewear solutions. In addition, as the local population now spends greater time using digital devices, there is an increasing prevalence of presbyopia ... Read More

  • Spectacles in Singapore

    ... in volume and value terms, have recovered and show strong growth for 2023. Although many employees are no longer required to work remotely all week, some still choose to work from home for certain days, ... Read More

  • Spectacles in Turkey

    ... their working and social lives return to normal following the outbreak of COVID-19, but this is also the outcome of growing average unit prices related to high inflation in the country. With higher transport and ... Read More

  • Sunglasses in South Korea

    ... year of double-digit current value growth. According to the Korea Tourism Organization, the number of Korean nationals travelling overseas as tourists in 2022 reached 6.55 million, a 436.1% increase compared to 2021. After the lifting ... Read More

  • Eyewear in Hong Kong, China

    ... of 2022 into early 2023. In March 2023, Hong Kong fully reopened with a lifting of all pandemic-related restrictions. Local consumers are now able to travel and socialise freely both within and outside of the ... Read More

  • Global Vision Care Market Report and Forecast 2023-2031

    ... usage of electronic devices. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3% during the forecast period of 2023-2031 to attain a value of USD 82.4 billion by 2031. Vision Care: Introduction Vision ... Read More

  • Sunglasses in Singapore

    ... tightened their spending and were discouraged from buying these products due to a lack of socialising occasions and travel opportunities. However, as restrictions eased in Singapore, demand started to grow as consumers started to spend ... Read More

  • The World Market for Parts for Frames and Mountings of Spectacles and Goggles: A 2024 Global Trade Perspective

    ... market for parts for frames and mountings of spectacles and goggles. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics ... Read More

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