Whether you play for fun or for money, a lottery is a game of luck. Many people play online and others prefer buying lottery tickets in local shops. The lottery market is highly fragmented, owing to the presence of regional players and international companies. Globally, the market is projected to reach $430.4 billion by 2031.
The global lottery market is segmented into Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. The market is estimated to grow with a CAGR of 3.8% from 2022 to 2031. In 2021, the North America lottery market accounted for nearly one-third of the global market share. Increasing focus on entertainment options in North America, a rise in the number of state lotteries, and the investment of lottery players in novel product launches are the major factors driving the growth of the industry in this region.
The global lottery market is segmented by type, application, and region. The report also provides detailed analysis of the key players and their current status. The study offers market volume and price forecasts, based on historic and projected milestones. The report covers the key market drivers, restraints, and trends. In addition, the market segmentation helps determine the prevailing market opportunities. The research also includes an analysis of the leading players’ position in the global lottery market and their strategies to grow the business.
The Asia-Pacific lottery market is expected to witness significant growth from 2018 to 2023. Continuous legalization and awareness about lottery schemes are projected to drive the lottery market in the region. The lottery business in the region is also projected to gain traction with the increase in the number of Internet users.
The North America lottery market is mainly dominated by the lotto sub-segment. The Lotto sub-segment is expected to account for nearly one-third of the total lotteries market in 2021. The sub-segment is also projected to remain the fastest growing segment during the forecast period.
The Asia-Pacific lottery market is projected to witness a 9.1% CAGR from 2018 to 2023. The market is expected to continue its growth by leveraging innovation in products and services. In addition, the increase in consumer disposable income will drive the growth of the market.
The lottery market in the United States is dominated by the lottery sub-segment. The Lotto lottery is available in the country, whereas the Lotto Multi-State lottery is only accessible in the US. The Mega Millions lottery is a multi-state lottery which requires five numbers between 1 and 70.
The US lottery market is predicted to record a single-digit growth during the forecast period. The growth is expected to be primarily driven by the rising emphasis on entertainment options in the country. However, the declining traditional lottery products sales are a cause of concern for the market. The government is attempting to reduce the decline in the lottery market through the creation of new rules. It is expected that the approval of a new lottery license will be issued within two years.