Over the past decade, the Italian computer peripherals market has experienced fluctuations with several notable peaks and troughs. From 2012 to 2016, the market saw steady growth, peaking in 2015 with a year-on-year increase of 13.86%. However, starting from 2017, the market witnessed a significant downturn, highlighted by a marked decline of 22.81% in 2017. This downward trend continued, albeit at different rates, reaching its lowest point in 2020 with a year-on-year decrease of 7.82%. The market showed a slight recovery in 2021, but by 2022, it faced a further decline. Notably, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been negative, reflecting the overall shrinking trend in the market.
Looking forward to 2024 and beyond, the key trends to watch for include the growing influence of remote working setups, advancements in peripheral technologies such as wireless and Bluetooth-enabled devices, and a potential market rebound driven by increased digitalization and smart home integrations. Keeping a close eye on consumer preferences and emerging technologies will be crucial for understanding future market trajectories.
