How Has Global eCommerce Revenue Grown Over the Past Decade?
How is the eCommerce market revenue projected to grow from 2024 to 2029? Explore the forecasted figures here.
Article by Sebastian Buss | February 14, 2025The eCommerce market in the global category has shown significant growth over the years, with revenues steadily increasing from 2017 to 2029. In 2017, the revenue stood at US$1.8 trillion, marking the starting point of this upward trend. The following years saw a consistent rise, with 2018 reaching US$2.2 trillion and 2019 climbing further to US$2.5 trillion. The year 2020 saw accelerating growth, with revenue surging to US$3.3 trillion, indicating an increased turn to online channels in global market dynamics. This growth momentum continued in the subsequent years, with revenues rising to US$3.9 trillion in 2021. The trend persisted in 2022, reaching US$4.0 trillion, and 2023 saw a slight increase to US$4.2 trillion. Looking ahead, forecasts predict a strong recovery and continued growth, with revenues expected to reach US$4.6 trillion in 2024, US$5.0 billion in 2025, US$5.4 trillion in 2026, and 5.9 trillion in 2027. The data clearly illustrates the remarkable expansion of the eCommerce market on a global scale. 2028 and 2029 are projected to continue growing quickly, surpassing the US$6.0 trillion mark in 2028 to reach US$6.7 trillion in 2029. Large leaps, right?
Main Facts: Steady Growth in US eCommerce Revenue, 2017-2029
Consistent Growth Trajectory: The global eCommerce revenue has shown steady growth over the years, increasing from US$1.8 trillion in 2017 to US$4.2 trillion in 2023.
Forecasted Expansion: Projections indicate a continuous upward trend, with eCommerce revenue expected to reach US$6.7 trillion by 2029.
Market Dominance: eCommerce remains a dominant force in the worldwide market, with significant revenue figures highlighting its importance in the digital economy.
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