North America Comic Book Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Type (Non-Digital, and Digital), By Genre (Science-Fiction, Manga, Superhero, Non-fiction, and Others), By Format, By Country and Growth Forecast, 2023 - 2030
The North America Comic Book Market would witness market growth of 9.2% CAGR during the forecast period (2023-2030).
The adoption of comics is fuelled by the increasing production of comics with engaging narratives and visually appealing illustrations. Through a positive message, these books help readers increase their vocabulary, enhance their creativity, and develop strong values. There are numerous genres of these books, including fantasy, noir, romance, and science. Growing collectors is another factor driving market expansion. These collectors have extensive knowledge and a massive collection of comics, allowing them to generate enormous profits at auctions.
Digital platforms and webcomics continue to gain traction. They provide easy access to a vast library of comics and allow independent creators to reach audiences without the need for traditional publishing. The market has made significant efforts to diversify its characters and creators. Representation of various genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds is increasingly common. The crossover between comic books and other media, particularly film and television, is rising.
The U.S. is home to some of the largest and most influential comic book conventions, including San Diego Comic-Con and New York Comic-Con. Superheroes are deeply ingrained in American pop culture, and iconic characters like Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, and Wonder Woman have become important symbols. The U.S. is the birthplace of superhero comics, which have played a significant role in shaping the market. Due to these aspects, the growth of the market will uplift across North America region in upcoming years.
The US market dominated the North America Comic Book Market by Country in 2022 and would continue to be a dominant market till 2030; thereby, achieving a market value of $2,114.3 million by 2030. The Canada market is experiencing a CAGR of 11.7% during (2023 - 2030). Additionally, The Mexico market would exhibit a CAGR of 10.7% during (2023 - 2030).
Based on Type, the market is segmented into Non-Digital, and Digital. Based on Genre, the market is segmented into Science-Fiction, Manga, Superhero, Non-fiction, and Others. Based on Format, the market is segmented into Hard Copy, E-Book, and Audiobooks. Based on countries, the market is segmented into U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Rest of North America.
The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Marvel Entertainment, LLC (The Walt Disney Company), DC Comics (Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.), Image Comics, Inc., Idea and Design Works LLC (IDW Publishing), Dark Horse Comics LLC (Embracer Group), Shogakukan Co., Ltd., Hakusensha Co., Ltd., Shueisha Inc., TOKYOPOP, and Panini S.p.A.
Scope of the Study
Market Segments covered in the Report:
By Type
- Non-Digital
- Digital
- Science-Fiction
- Manga
- Superhero
- Non-fiction
- Others
- Hard Copy
- E-Book
- Audiobooks
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
- Marvel Entertainment, LLC (The Walt Disney Company)
- DC Comics (Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.)
- Image Comics, Inc.
- Idea and Design Works LLC (IDW Publishing)
- Dark Horse Comics LLC (Embracer Group)
- Shogakukan Co., Ltd.
- Hakusensha Co., Ltd.
- Shueisha Inc.
- TOKYOPOP
- Panini S.p.A.
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- Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
- 1.1 Market Definition
- 1.2 Objectives
- 1.3 Market Scope
- 1.4 Segmentation
- 1.4.1 North America Comic Book Market, by Type
- 1.4.2 North America Comic Book Market, by Genre
- 1.4.3 North America Comic Book Market, by Format
- 1.4.4 North America Comic Book Market, by Country
- 1.5 Methodology for the research
- Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
- 2.1 Key Highlights
- Chapter 3. Market Overview
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.1.1 Overview
- 3.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
- 3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
- 3.2.1 Market Drivers
- 3.2.2 Market Restraints
- 3.3 Porter’s Five Force Analysis
- Chapter 4. Strategies Deployed in Comic Book Market
- Chapter 5. North America Comic Book Market by Type
- 5.1 North America Non-Digital Market by Country
- 5.2 North America Digital Market by Country
- Chapter 6. North America Comic Book Market by Genre
- 6.1 North America Science-Fiction Market by Country
- 6.2 North America Manga Market by Country
- 6.3 North America Superhero Market by Country
- 6.4 North America Non-fiction Market by Country
- 6.5 North America Others Market by Country
- Chapter 7. North America Comic Book Market by Format
- 7.1 North America Hard Copy Market by Country
- 7.2 North America E-Book Market by Country
- 7.3 North America Audiobooks Market by Country
- Chapter 8. North America Comic Book Market by Country
- 8.1 US Comic Book Market
- 8.1.1 US Comic Book Market by Type
- 8.1.2 US Comic Book Market by Genre
- 8.1.3 US Comic Book Market by Format
- 8.2 Canada Comic Book Market
- 8.2.1 Canada Comic Book Market by Type
- 8.2.2 Canada Comic Book Market by Genre
- 8.2.3 Canada Comic Book Market by Format
- 8.3 Mexico Comic Book Market
- 8.3.1 Mexico Comic Book Market by Type
- 8.3.2 Mexico Comic Book Market by Genre
- 8.3.3 Mexico Comic Book Market by Format
- 8.4 Rest of North America Comic Book Market
- 8.4.1 Rest of North America Comic Book Market by Type
- 8.4.2 Rest of North America Comic Book Market by Genre
- 8.4.3 Rest of North America Comic Book Market by Format
- Chapter 9. Company Profiles
- 9.1 Marvel Entertainment, LLC (The Walt Disney Company)
- 9.1.1 Company Overview
- 9.1.2 Financial Analysis
- 9.1.3 Segment and Regional Analysis
- 9.1.4 Recent strategies and developments:
- 9.1.4.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
- 9.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 9.2 DC Comics (Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.)
- 9.2.1 Company Overview
- 9.2.2 Financial Analysis
- 9.2.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 9.2.4 Recent strategies and developments:
- 9.2.4.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
- 9.2.4.2 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
- 9.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 9.3 Image Comics, Inc.
- 9.3.1 Company Overview
- 9.3.2 SWOT Analysis
- 9.4 Idea and Design Works LLC (IDW Publishing)
- 9.4.1 Company Overview
- 9.4.2 Recent strategies and developments:
- 9.4.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
- 9.4.2.2 Acquisition and Mergers:
- 9.4.3 SWOT Analysis
- 9.5 Dark Horse Comics LLC (Embracer Group)
- 9.5.1 Company Overview
- 9.5.2 Financial Analysis
- 9.5.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 9.5.4 Recent strategies and developments:
- 9.5.4.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
- 9.5.5 SWOT Analysis
- 9.6 Shogakukan Co., Ltd.
- 9.6.1 Company Overview
- 9.6.2 Recent strategies and developments:
- 9.6.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
- 9.6.3 SWOT Analysis
- 9.7 Hakusensha Co., Ltd.
- 9.7.1 Company Overview
- 9.7.2 SWOT Analysis
- 9.8 Shueisha Inc.
- 9.8.1 Company Overview
- 9.8.2 Recent strategies and developments:
- 9.8.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
- 9.8.3 SWOT Analysis
- 9.9 TOKYOPOP
- 9.9.1 Company Overview
- 9.9.2 SWOT Analysis
- 9.10. Panini S.p.A.
- 9.10.1 Company Overview
- 9.10.2 Recent strategies and developments:
- 9.10.2.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
- 9.10.3 SWOT Analysis
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