Golf equipment sales in the US experienced a decline from 2013 to 2023, reducing from $3.135 billion to $2.1189 billion in 2023. The market saw an average annual decrease of -1.94% (CAGR) over the past five years. The year-on-year variation over the last two years was -1.93% in both 2022 and 2023. Foreseeing an additional -1.72% average annual decline, sales are expected to fall to $1.9007 billion by 2028, marking an overall reduction of -8.31% over the next five years.
Key future trends to watch for:
- Technological advancements in golf equipment that could drive renewed interest.
- Potential demographic shifts as younger generations may either embrace or distance themselves from golf.
- Changes in lifestyle and leisure activities post-pandemic affecting golf participation.
- Economic factors and disposable income shifts impacting consumer spending on golf-related products.