Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) Market, Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis and Forecast, 2024-2032

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The Global Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) Market was valued at USD 1.3 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 4% from 2024 to 2032. A key factor driving market growth is the increasing occurrence of retail theft, which places a heavy financial burden on retailers worldwide. According to industry reports, retail theft leads to billions of dollars in losses each year, negatively affecting both profitability and operational performance. To address this challenge, retailers are increasingly implementing EAS systems. These systems help prevent theft by triggering audible and visual alarms when attempts are made to remove tagged items without authorization. Additionally, the presence of EAS tags and sensors serves as a psychological deterrent, discouraging potential shoplifters and reducing theft rates.

The overall electronic article surveillance (EAS) industry is classified based on the component, technology, end-user, and region.

The market segments based on end-users include retailers, libraries, commercial entities, and others. The retailers segment is projected to witness a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period. Subcategories such as supermarkets and hypermarkets, apparel and fashion stores, electronics and appliance stores, and pharmacies and drug stores contribute significantly to market expansion. Retailers are the primary adopters and beneficiaries of EAS systems. They deploy these solutions to shield their merchandise from theft and bolster overall store security. Utilizing a spectrum of EAS technologies, from tags to alarm systems, retailers aim to safeguard their inventory and curtail losses.

The market is segmented into tags, antennas, and detachers, with the tags segment leading the global market, generating over USD 1 billion in revenue by 2032. Tags play a crucial role in the Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) market, acting as the primary defense against merchandise theft. These tags are affixed to products or packaging and incorporate security technologies such as Radio Frequency (RF), Electromagnetic (EM), or Acoustic-Magnetic (AM) systems. When an item with an active tag is taken from the store without being correctly deactivated or removed during checkout, it activates an alarm on the EAS detection systems positioned at the store's exits.

In 2023, North America led the global electronic article surveillance market, capturing over 35% of the share. Characterized by rapid technological adoption and innovation, North America's EAS market thrives on its established retail industry and the rising tide of retail theft. Major players, the U.S. and Canada, see retailers investing heavily in advanced EAS technologies, notably RFID and integrated security solutions. Prioritizing customer experience, minimizing false alarms, and boosting inventory visibility, the region witnesses a surge in EAS system adoption.

Product Code: 10876

Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope

1.1 Market scope and definition
1.2 Base estimates and calculations
1.3 Forecast calculation
1.4 Data sources
- 1.4.1 Primary
- 1.4.2 Secondary
  - 1.4.2.1 Paid sources
  - 1.4.2.2 Public sources

Chapter 2 Executive Summary

2.1 Industry 360º synopsis, 2021 - 2032

Chapter 3 Industry Insights

3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Vendor matrix
3.3 Profit margin analysis
3.4 Technology and innovation landscape
3.5 Patent analysis
3.6 Key news and initiatives
3.7 Regulatory landscape
3.8 Impact forces
- 3.8.1 Growth drivers
  - 3.8.1.1 Rising incidence of retail theft
  - 3.8.1.2 Advancements in EAS technology
  - 3.8.1.3 Expansion of retail sector
  - 3.8.1.4 Increasing adoption of RFID technology
  - 3.8.1.5 Growth of online and omni-channel retailing
- 3.8.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
  - 3.8.2.1 Evolving retail theft tactics
  - 3.8.2.2 High initial installation costs
3.9 Growth potential analysis
3.10 Porter's analysis
- 3.10.1 Supplier power
- 3.10.2 Buyer power
- 3.10.3 Threat of new entrants
- 3.10.4 Threat of substitutes
- 3.10.5 Industry rivalry
3.11 PESTEL analysis

Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2023

4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share analysis
4.3 Competitive positioning matrix
4.4 Strategic outlook matrix

Chapter 5 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Components, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

5.1 Key trends
5.2 Tags
5.3 Antennas and detachers

Chapter 6 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Technology, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

6.1 Key trends
6.2 Radiofrequency (RF)
6.3 Acousto-magnetic (AM)
6.4 Electromagnetic (EM)
6.5 Microwave
6.6 Others

Chapter 7 Market Estimates and Forecast, By End-user, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

7.1 Key trends
7.2 Retailers
- 7.2.1 Apparel and fashion stores
- 7.2.2 Supermarkets and hypermarkets
- 7.2.3 Electronics and appliance stores
- 7.2.4 Pharmacies and drug stores
- 7.2.5 Others
7.3 Libraries
7.4 Commercial entities
- 7.4.1 Corporate offices
- 7.4.2 Public institutions
7.5 Others

Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Region, 2021 - 2032 (USD Million)

8.1 Key trends
8.2 North America
- 8.2.1 U.S.
- 8.2.2 Canada
8.3 Europe
- 8.3.1 UK
- 8.3.2 Germany
- 8.3.3 France
- 8.3.4 Italy
- 8.3.5 Spain
- 8.3.6 Rest of Europe
8.4 Asia Pacific
- 8.4.1 China
- 8.4.2 India
- 8.4.3 Japan
- 8.4.4 South Korea
- 8.4.5 ANZ
- 8.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
8.5 Latin America
- 8.5.1 Brazil
- 8.5.2 Mexico
- 8.5.3 Rest of Latin America
8.6 MEA
- 8.6.1 UAE
- 8.6.2 South Africa
- 8.6.3 Saudi Arabia
- 8.6.4 Rest of MEA