Based on the 2024 data, the United Arab Emirates leads the global number of mobile cellular subscriptions per hundred persons at 224.07, followed by Libya with 211.39 and Montenegro at 203.61. Notably, several African and Middle Eastern countries show high subscription rates, including Ivory Coast and Seychelles. Significant year-on-year growth highlights include Guinea-Bissau (12.69%), Iran (11.02%), and Libya (9.55%). Conversely, Maldives experienced a decline of -5.07%, showing regional variability.
Over the last two years, variations have indicated fluctuating growth among different countries, with regions like West Africa and the Middle East demonstrating higher growth rates. For example, Guinea-Bissau's 12.69% increase and Iran's 11.02% boost emphasize this trend.
Future trends to keep an eye on include the ongoing expansion in underdeveloped regions, which may boost global subscription averages. Additionally, the adoption of 5G technology and its integration might define market dynamics and drive subscription numbers in technologically advanced nations. Observing how these trends evolve will be crucial for future analyses.
Top countries in Number of Mobile Cellular Subscriptions by Country
# | 10 Countries | Units (Subscriptions) Per Hundred Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
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1 | 1 United Arab Emirates | 224.07 | 2023 | +5.58% | +0.39% | View data |
2 | 2 Libya | 211.39 | 2023 | +3.3% | +9.55% | View data |
3 | 3 Montenegro | 203.61 | 2023 | +0.22% | +2.54% | View data |
4 | 4 Antigua and Barbuda | 202.43 | 2023 | +1.24% | +0.15% | View data |
5 | 5 Seychelles | 197.29 | 2023 | +3.02% | +2.6% | View data |
6 | 6 Kuwait | 191.31 | 2023 | +5.7% | +3.07% | View data |
7 | 7 El Salvador | 188.55 | 2023 | +3.81% | +4.64% | View data |
8 | 8 Ivory Coast | 185.52 | 2023 | +6.61% | +6.95% | View data |
9 | 9 Thailand | 179.08 | 2023 | +1.57% | +0.36% | View data |
10 | 10 Qatar | 177.42 | 2023 | +1.89% | +4.46% | View data |
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