Mobile Virtual Network Operators Market, By Service Type, By Operational Model, By End User, By Geography

Description

Global Mobile Virtual Network Operators Market is estimated to be valued at USD 92.13 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 160.06 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.2% from 2025 to 2032.

Report Coverage		Report Details
Base Year:	2024	Market Size in 2025:	USD 92.13 Bn
Historical Data for:	2020 To 2024	Forecast Period:	2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:	8.20%	2032 Value Projection:	USD 160.06 Bn

Figure. Mobile Virtual Network Operators Market Share (%), By Region 2025

Mobile Virtual Network Operators Market - IMG1

Mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) are wireless service providers that does not have their own licensed radio spectrum or wireless infrastructure. These lease radio access networks from traditional mobile network operators to offer mobile services to consumers. MVNOs typically target specific segments of the market that are not addressed adequately by existing MNOs. This allows them to provide customized offerings to meet the needs of niche customer groups. Increasing demand for affordable data packages along with rising penetration of smartphones across the globe can drive the market growth worldwide. Moreover, technological advancements in the telecom sector have made network infrastructure more accessible, thus, enabling various new players to enter the mobile service market through virtual operators.

Market Dynamics:

Global mobile virtual network operators market growth is driven by factors such as affordable service offerings by MVNOs, growing adoption of smartphones & mobile data services, and flexibility offered by virtual operators. MVNOs lease cost-effective infrastructure from MNOs, which helps them provide highly competitive rates to customers. This has boosted their popularity among cost-conscious subscribers. Proliferating use of mobile applications along with rising internet usage on smartphones has boosted demand for mobile data plans. These customize plans catering to specific needs of groups such as ethnic communities, international travellers, students, and others. Furthermore, virtual operators experience lower operating costs than MNOs as these does not have to make investments in infrastructure setup. However, heavy dependence on host MNOs for wireless access can restrict their flexibility and pose challenges regarding network quality maintenance. Stringent regulatory procedures for spectrum allocation can also hamper the market growth. Rising demand for IoT can offer market growth opportunities in the near future.

Key features of the study:

This report provides in-depth analysis of the global mobile virtual network operators market, and provides market size (US$ Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2024 as the base year.
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market.
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.
It profiles key players in the global mobile virtual network operators market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies.
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Airvoice Wireless, Amdocs, Asahi Net Inc., AT&T Inc., Boost Mobile, BT Group plc, Deutsche Telekom AG, FreedomPop, Friendi Mobile, Kajeet Inc., KDDI Corporation, Lebara, Lycamobile, Orange S.A., SK Telecom Co. Ltd.
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.
Global mobile virtual network operators market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global mobile virtual network operators market.

Detailed Segmentation:

By Service Type
- 4G MVNO
- 5G MVNO
- Others
By Operational Model
- Full MVNO
- Reseller MVNO
- Service Operator MVNO
By End User
- Consumer
- Enterprise
By Regional
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
Key Players Insights
- Airvoice Wireless
- Amdocs
- Asahi Net Inc.
- AT&T Inc.
- Boost Mobile
- BT Group plc
- Deutsche Telekom AG
- FreedomPop
- Friendi Mobile
- Kajeet Inc.
- KDDI Corporation
- Lebara
- Lycamobile
- Orange S.A.
- SK Telecom Co. Ltd.

Product Code: CMI7141

1. Research Objectives and Assumptions

Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations

2. Market Purview

Report Description
- Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
- Market Snippet, By Service Type
- Market Snippet, By Operational Model
- Market Snippet, By End User
- Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)

3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

Market Dynamics
- Drivers
- Restraints
- Market Opportunities
Regulatory Scenario
Industry Trend
Merger and Acquisitions
New System Launches/Approvals
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic

4. Global Mobile Virtual Network Operators Market, By Service Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020-2032
- Segment Trends
4G MVNO
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
5G MVNO
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Others
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

5. Global Mobile Virtual Network Operators Market, By Operational Model, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020-2032
- Segment Trends
Full MVNO
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Reseller MVNO
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Service Operator MVNO
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

6. Global Mobile Virtual Network Operators Market, By End User, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020-2032
- Segment Trends
Consumer
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Enterprise
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

7. Global Mobile Virtual Network Operators Market, By Region, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025 and 2032 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020-2032
North America
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Service Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Operational Model, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By End User, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - U.S.
  - Canada
Europe
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Service Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Operational Model, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By End User, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - U.K.
  - Germany
  - France
  - Russia
  - Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Service Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Operational Model, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By End User, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - China
  - India
  - Japan
  - ASEAN
  - Australia
  - South Korea
  - Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Service Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Operational Model, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By End User, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - Brazil
  - Argentina
  - Mexico
  - Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
- Regional Trends
- Market Size and Forecast, By Service Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Operational Model, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By End User, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - South Africa
  - GCC Countries
  - Rest of the Middle East & Africa

8. Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles
- Airvoice Wireless
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Amdocs
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Asahi Net Inc.
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- AT&T Inc.
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Boost Mobile
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- BT Group plc
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Deutsche Telekom AG
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- FreedomPop
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Friendi Mobile
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Kajeet Inc.
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- KDDI Corporation
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Lebara
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Lycamobile
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- Orange S.A.
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates
- SK Telecom Co. Ltd.
  - Company Overview
  - Product Portfolio
  - Financial Performance
  - Key Strategies
  - Recent Developments/Updates

9. Analyst Recommendations

Wheel of Fortune
Analyst View
Coherent Opportunity Map

10. Research Methodology

References
Research Methodology
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