India’s app market is booming — but global platforms are capturing most of the gains

India’s app market is booming — but global platforms are capturing most of the gains

Source: Bloomberg

Summary

India’s app market is growing, driven by non-gaming apps, particularly those focused on streaming and artificial intelligence. Despite this growth, the country’s spending per user remains lower than global peers. According to a report, the average Indian user spent around $2.70 on apps in 2022, compared to $13.40 in the US and $6.70 in China.


Our Reading

The launch follows a familiar script.

India’s app market is growing, but the spending per user is still low. Non-gaming apps are leading the charge, with streaming and AI apps being the top performers. This growth is not surprising, given the increasing popularity of streaming services and AI-powered apps globally. The fact that India’s spending per user lags behind global peers is not a new phenomenon. India’s app market is still playing catch-up.


Author: Evan Null

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