4 July 2025, 12:44 PM
According to a latest report, the global wire and cable materials market was valued at USD 174.84 billion in 2024 and is projected to rise USD 173.52 billion in 2025 to USD 244.44 billion by 2032, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0%.
Market Drivers & Trends
Regional Highlights
Major global players include Prysmian Group, Southwire, Nexans, Fujikura, Sumitomo, and Belden.
In India, dominant firms are Polycab, Finolex, KEI, and Havells, with recent entry by conglomerates like Adani into cables & wires via joint ventures.
Market Outlook
Market Drivers & Trends
- Technology‑Driven Innovation
Advancements in insulation and conductive materials—such as PVC, XLPE, E-beam crosslinking, and recyclable polypropylene—are delivering improved thermal performance, fire resistance, and signal integrity.
For example, Finolex’s FinoUltra wires support 75% higher current and can operate at 125 °C with a 50‑year lifespan—ideal for infrastructure projects like airports and metros.
- Sustainability & Regulatory Pressure
With growing emphasis on environmental regulations, manufacturers are increasingly adopting recyclable and low-emission materials. Blends like bio‑polymers and recyclable PP enhance circularity in power cable systems.
- Demand from Infrastructure & Renewables
Expansion in power distribution, telecommunications, data centers, transportation, and EV infrastructure is propelling demand for high-performance cable materials.
The Asia-Pacific region is at the forefront, holding around 58.37% of market share in 2024, driven by urbanization in India, China, and Southeast Asia.
- Industrial & Automotive Uptake
Heavy industry—especially robotics, automation, and smart manufacturing—accounted for over 43% of demand in 2024.
Meanwhile, automotive applications, including EV wiring and ADAS systems, are gaining importance due to their need for durability and EMI resistance.
- Insulation dominates material share—67.9% in 2024—because it’s critical for safety, energy efficiency, and thermal stability.
- Power cables hold the largest segment by application (33.8%), co-led by construction wiring and data transmission needs.
Regional Highlights
- Asia-Pacific: China accounted for the leading market share in 2024, valued at USD 74.65 billion. China is the largest manufacturer and consumer of wire and cable materials.
- North America & Europe: Gains driven by grid modernization, data centers, and 5G infrastructure.
- India: Focus on smart-grid initiatives, revamping transmission systems, and government incentives is fueling low-voltage cable demand.
However, raw-material volatility—especially copper and PVC—poses challenges.
Major global players include Prysmian Group, Southwire, Nexans, Fujikura, Sumitomo, and Belden.
In India, dominant firms are Polycab, Finolex, KEI, and Havells, with recent entry by conglomerates like Adani into cables & wires via joint ventures.
Market Outlook
- The industry is expected to grow steadily, supported by infrastructure expansions, digital transformation, and green energy initiatives.
- Innovation in eco-friendly and high-performance materials remains crucial, with sustainable E-beam and recyclable PP surging.
- Raw-material cost pressure—notably copper and aluminum—requires strategic sourcing and price hedging.