The global comic book market was valued at USD 16.06 billion in 2023 and is projected to be worth USD 16.83 billion in 2024 and reach USD 26.75 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.96% during the forecast period. Asia Pacific dominated the comic book market with a market share of 52.55% in 2023. Moreover, the comic book market size in the U.S. reaching an estimated value of USD 4.41 billion by 2032, driven by the growing popularity of comic events to increase product demand.

The demand for books with attractive graphics and engaging stories to illustrate the content is has risen steadily in recent years. This factor has boosted the popularity of comic books across the world. Comics help readers improve their creativity, vocabulary, and build a strong value system by delivering a positive message. These books are published in a wide range of genres, such as fantasy, romance, noir, science, and others.

Fortune Business Insights™ displays this information in a report titled, "Global Comic Book Market, 2024-2032."

Top Players in the Comic Book Market:

• Marvel Entertainment, LLC (U.S.)
• Dark Horse Media, LLC (U.S.)
• Image Comics (U.S.)
• DC Entertainment (U.S.)
• Archie Comics (U.S.)
• IDW Media Holdings, Inc. (U.S.)
• Akita Publishing Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• Futabasha Publishers Ltd. (Japan)
• Rebellion (U.K)
• DMG Entertainment (U.S.)

Information Source: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/comic-book-market-103903****

Segmentation:

Rising Trend of Comic Collection to Boost Demand for Physical Comics

Based on product type, the market is divided into physical comics and digital comics. The physical comics segment is predicted to dominate the comic book market share due to their tactile experience, easy availability, and affordable prices. Another advantage of these comics is that they are extremely popular among comic book collectors as they can invest in them and even sell them for a profit.

Rising Popularity of Comics among Adults to Boost Market Growth

In terms of end-user, the market is divided into kids and adults. The adults segment is anticipated to capture a major market share during the forecast period. Adults with a hobby of reading manga can drastically improve their creativity, helping them boost their mental and physical health. Rising population of adults are turning comic collectors as they read and collect several unique and rare comic magazines and books. They purchase many copies of new books and sell them at a higher price to make profit. This will improve the demand for comics among adults.