The widespread rollout of 5G networks was expected to drive a surge in cellular data traffic growth, but this has not materialized as anticipated. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of wireless data traffic worldwide, along with regional and country-specific forecasts. It examines key trends, the impact of 5G, and the evolving role of Wi-Fi and fixed-wireless access (FWA) services.
Key Insights Provided in This Report
- 5-Year Forecasts of Wireless Data Traffic
- Global and regional forecasts, along with projections for 20 selected countries, offering insights into traffic growth trends.
- Key Trends, Drivers, and Inhibitors of Data Traffic
- Examines factors influencing data consumption, including device usage patterns, network improvements, and external constraints.
- Impact of 5G on Data Traffic
- Analyzes how 5G adoption is shaping overall wireless data consumption and whether it is leading to the anticipated traffic increase.
- Interplay Between Cellular and Wi-Fi Traffic
- Evaluates how mobile and Wi-Fi networks interact, identifying trends in offloading and network congestion management.
- Traffic Growth from Handsets vs. FWA Connections
- Compares data traffic contributions from mobile handsets and fixed-wireless access (FWA) services, highlighting usage trends and network demand shifts.
Geographical Coverage
This report includes forecasts and insights for wireless data traffic in eight global regions and 20 selected countries:
- Central and Eastern Europe: Poland, Turkey
- Developed Asia–Pacific: Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea
- Emerging Asia–Pacific: China, India, Indonesia
- Latin America: Brazil
- Middle East and North Africa: Saudi Arabia
- North America: Canada, USA
- Sub-Saharan Africa: South Africa
- Western Europe: Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK
This report is essential for understanding global and regional data traffic trends, helping operators and stakeholders adapt to changing market conditions and technological advancements.
