Forecast: Total Mobile Cellular Telephone Subscriptions in United Arab Emirates

From 2013 to 2023, the mobile cellular telephone subscriptions in the United Arab Emirates have shown a consistent upward trend, peaking at 234.54 units per hundred persons in 2023. Year-on-year variation indicates fluctuations, with the most notable increases in 2020 (8.16%) and the slight dip in 2022 (-2.16%). Over the last two years, the trend has been positive, growing by 2.6% in 2023. The last compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over five years reflects an average increase of 2.87% per year from 2019 to 2023.

Looking ahead, the forecast from 2024 to 2028 predicts a steadier but slower growth rate, with a CAGR of 1.74%. The total mobile subscriptions are expected to increase by 9% during this period, reaching 263 units per hundred persons by 2028.

Future trends to watch for include potential market saturation, technological advancements like 5G, and shifts in mobile usage patterns which might influence these growth rates. Additionally, regulatory changes and economic factors could impact future mobile subscription trends.