Market Overview:
Middle East sports betting market size is projected to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 8.50% during 2024-2032. The increasing consumer engagement with sports and technology, rising smartphone accessibility, regulatory liberalization, the popularity of international sports events, economic diversification efforts, and technological innovations represent some of the key factors driving the market.
Report Attribute
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2023 |
Forecast Years
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2024-2032
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Historical Years
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2018-2023
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Market Growth Rate (2024-2032) |
8.50% |
Sports betting involves the act of predicting and placing wagers on the outcomes of sporting events, with individuals staking money on various aspects such as the final score, point differentials, or specific occurrences within a game. This form of gambling has gained widespread popularity globally and involves a diverse range of sports, from traditional favorites like football, basketball, and soccer to niche interests such as cricket or mixed martial arts. Sports betting is facilitated through various platforms, including bookmakers, online betting websites, and mobile applications, enabling enthusiasts to engage in wagering activities conveniently. The bets can encompass a wide array of possibilities, ranging from straightforward predictions of winners to more complex propositions like the exact number of goals scored or the performance of individual players. The industry has evolved with advancements in technology, offering features such as live betting, where wagers can be placed during a game.
Middle East Sports Betting Market Trends:
The Middle East region’s youthful demographic predisposed to engaging with sports and technology is primarily driving the sports betting market. In line with this, the increasing accessibility of smartphones and widespread internet penetration has democratized betting platforms, allowing users to place bets conveniently, thereby fueling the market growth. Moreover, the liberalization of regulatory frameworks in certain Middle Eastern countries has facilitated a more permissive environment for sports betting operators, creating a positive outlook for market expansion. In confluence with this, the growing popularity of international sports events and leagues, particularly European football, attracting a fervent fan base eager to translate their passion into wagering activity is acting as another significant growth-inducing factor. Concurrently, the rise of sports tourism in the region, with events, such as Formula One races and international tennis tournaments, is influencing the market growth by creating a confluence of sports enthusiasts and betting opportunities. Besides this, the integration of innovative technologies, including live betting features and mobile applications, has enhanced the overall user experience, stimulating higher engagement levels, which is providing an impetus to the market growth. Additionally, social and cultural shifts, marked by a more accepting attitude toward gambling and a desire for entertainment, are presenting lucrative opportunities for market expansion. Furthermore, the emergence of local and regional sports leagues, offering a diverse array of events for betting enthusiasts to wager on, is fueling the market growth. Apart from this, the Middle East's affinity for luxury and opulence has found expression in high-stakes betting, with affluent individuals contributing significantly to the market expansion.
Middle East Sports Betting Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the regional and country levels for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on platform, betting type, and sports type.
Platform Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the platform. This includes offline and online.
Betting Type Insights:
- Fixed Odds Wagering
- Exchange Betting
- Live/In Play Betting
- Pari-Mutuel
- eSports Betting
- Others
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the betting type have also been provided in the report. This includes fixed odds wagering, exchange betting, live/in play betting, pari-mutuel, esports betting, and others.
Sports Type Insights:
- Football
- Basketball
- Baseball
- Horse Racing
- Cricket
- Hockey
- Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the sports type. This includes football, basketball, baseball, horse racing, cricket, hockey, and others.
Country Insights:
- Saudi Arabia
- Turkey
- Israel
- United Arab Emirates
- Iran
- Iraq
- Qatar
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Jordan
- Bahrain
- Others
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Israel, United Arab Emirates, Iran, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Bahrain, and Others.
Competitive Landscape:
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Middle East Sports Betting Market Report Coverage:
Report Features |
Details |
Base Year of the Analysis |
2023 |
Historical Period |
2018-2023 |
Forecast Period |
2024-2032 |
Units |
US$ Million |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Predictive Market Assessment:
- Platform
- Betting Type
- Sports Type
- Country
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Platforms Covered |
Offline, Online |
Betting Types Covered |
Fixed Odds Wagering, Exchange Betting, Live/In Play Betting, Pari-Mutuel, eSports Betting, Others |
Sports Types Covered |
Football, Basketball, Baseball, Horse Racing, Cricket, Hockey, Others |
Countries Covered |
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Israel, United Arab Emirates, Iran, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Bahrain, Others |
Customization Scope |
10% Free Customization |
Report Price and Purchase Option |
Single User License: US$ 3699
Five User License: US$ 4699
Corporate License: US$ 5699 |
Post-Sale Analyst Support |
10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format |
PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
Key Questions Answered in This Report:
- How has the Middle East sports betting market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
- What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Middle East sports betting market?
- What is the breakup of the Middle East sports betting market on the basis of platform?
- What is the breakup of the Middle East sports betting market on the basis of betting type?
- What is the breakup of the Middle East sports betting market on the basis of sports type?
- What are the various stages in the value chain of the Middle East sports betting market?
- What are the key driving factors and challenges in Middle East sports betting?
- What is the structure of the Middle East sports betting market and who are the key players?
- What is the degree of competition in the Middle East sports betting market?
Key Benefits for Stakeholders:
- IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Middle East sports betting market from 2018-2032.
- This research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Middle East sports betting market.
- Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Middle East sports betting industry and its attractiveness.
- A competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.