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Firearms Market Global Report 2026

Published Jan 05, 2026
Length 250 Pages
SKU # BRC20718055

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Firearms Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses firearms market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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Description:

Where is the largest and fastest growing market for firearms ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The firearms market global report from the Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.

The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
  • The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
  • The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
  • The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
  • The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
  • The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
  • The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
  • The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
  • The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
  • Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
  • The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
  • Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
  • The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
  • The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Scope

Markets Covered:1) By Type: Handguns; Rifles; Shotguns; Machine Guns; Submachine Guns; Other Types

2) By Firing Systems: Manual; Semi-Automatic; Automatic; Break-Action; Other Firing Systems

3) By Caliber: Small Caliber; Medium Caliber; Large Caliber; Shotgun Gauges

4) By Distribution Channel: Direct Sales; Indirect Sales

5) By End-Use: Military; Law Enforcement; Sports; Hunting; Self Defense; Other End-Uses

Subsegments:

1) By Handguns: Revolvers; Semi-Automatic Pistols; Derringers

2) By Rifles: Bolt-Action Rifles; Lever-Action Rifles; Semi-Automatic Rifles; Automatic Rifles; Sniper Rifles; Hunting Rifles

3) By Shotguns: Pump-Action Shotguns; Semi-Automatic Shotguns; Break-Action Shotguns; Double-Barrel Shotguns

4) By Machine Guns: Light Machine Guns (LMG); Medium Machine Guns (MMG); Heavy Machine Guns (HMG)

5) By Submachine Guns: Compact Submachine Guns; Personal Defense Weapon (PDW)

6) By Other Types: Air Guns; Antique Firearms; Signal Guns; Less-Lethal Firearms

Companies Mentioned: SIG Sauer Inc.; Smith & Wesson Brands Inc.; Glock Inc.; Colt's Manufacturing LLC; FN America LLC; Beretta Corp.; Heckler & Koch; Springfield Armory Inc.; Kimber Manufacturing Inc.; Wilson Combat Inc.; Christensen Arms; Daniel Defense Inc.; Kel-Tec CNC Industries Inc.; Savage Arms Inc.; Henry Repeating Arms Co.; OF Mossberg & Sons Inc.; Benelli Corp.; Remington Arms LLC; Walther Arms Inc.; Rock River Arms Inc.; Kahr Arms Co.; Mauser Jagdwaffen GmbH; Blaser GmbH; Franchi; Les Baer Custom Inc.; LWRC International LLC; Steyr Arms Inc.; Sturm Ruger & Co. Inc

Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain

Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa

Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.

Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,

Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.

Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.

Please Note: Report will be updated with the latest data and delivered to you within 3-5 working days of order.

Table of Contents

250 Pages
1. Executive Summary
1.1. Key Market Insights (2020-2035)
1.2. Visual Dashboard: Market Size, Growth Rate, Hotspots
1.3. Major Factors Driving the Market
1.4. Top Three Trends Shaping the Market
2. Firearms Market Characteristics
2.1. Market Definition & Scope
2.2. Market Segmentations
2.3. Overview of Key Products and Services
2.4. Global Firearms Market Attractiveness Scoring And Analysis
2.4.1. Overview of Market Attractiveness Framework
2.4.2. Quantitative Scoring Methodology
2.4.3. Factor-Wise Evaluation
Growth Potential Analysis, Competitive Dynamics Assessment, Strategic Fit Assessment And Risk Profile Evaluation
2.4.4. Market Attractiveness Scoring and Interpretation
2.4.5. Strategic Implications and Recommendations
3. Firearms Market Supply Chain Analysis
3.1. Overview of the Supply Chain and Ecosystem
3.2. List Of Key Raw Materials, Resources & Suppliers
3.3. List Of Major Distributors and Channel Partners
3.4. List Of Major End Users
4. Global Firearms Market Trends And Strategies
4.1. Key Technologies & Future Trends
4.1.1 Industry 4.0 & Intelligent Manufacturing
4.1.2 Digitalization, Cloud, Big Data & Cybersecurity
4.1.3 Artificial Intelligence & Autonomous Intelligence
4.1.4 Internet Of Things (Iot), Smart Infrastructure & Connected Ecosystems
4.1.5 Autonomous Systems, Robotics & Smart Mobility
4.2. Major Trends
4.2.1 Rising Civilian Demand For Personal Defense Firearms
4.2.2 Growing Popularity Of Tactical And Sporting Firearms
4.2.3 Increased Preference For Modular And Customizable Firearm Platforms
4.2.4 Shift Toward Lightweight Materials And Ergonomic Designs
4.2.5 Expansion Of Aftermarket Accessories, Maintenance Kits, And Upgrades
5. Firearms Market Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.1 Military And Defense Forces
5.2 Law Enforcement And Public Security Agencies
5.3 Civilian Sport Shooters And Competitive Shooting Organizations
5.4 Civilian Hunters And Outdoor Enthusiasts
5.5 Private Security Companies And Contract Security Providers
6. Firearms Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, Supply Chain Impact from Tariff War & Trade Protectionism, And Covid And Recovery On The Market
7. Global Firearms Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
7.1. Global Firearms PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
7.2. Global Firearms Market Size, Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
7.3. Global Firearms Historic Market Size and Growth, 2020 - 2025, Value ($ Billion)
7.4. Global Firearms Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2025 - 2030, 2035F, Value ($ Billion)
8. Global Firearms Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
8.1. Definition and Scope of Total Addressable Market (TAM)
8.2. Methodology and Assumptions
8.3. Global Total Addressable Market (TAM) Estimation
8.4. TAM vs. Current Market Size Analysis
8.5. Strategic Insights and Growth Opportunities from TAM Analysis
9. Firearms Market Segmentation
9.1. Global Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Handguns, Rifles, Shotguns, Machine Guns, Submachine Guns, Other Types
9.2. Global Firearms Market, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Manual, Semi-Automatic, Automatic, Break-Action, Other Firing Systems
9.3. Global Firearms Market, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Small Caliber, Medium Caliber, Large Caliber, Shotgun Gauges
9.4. Global Firearms Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Direct Sales, Indirect Sales
9.5. Global Firearms Market, Segmentation By End-Use, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Military, Law Enforcement, Sports, Hunting, Self Defense, Other End-Uses
9.6. Global Firearms Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Handguns, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Revolvers, Semi-Automatic Pistols, Derringers
9.7. Global Firearms Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Rifles, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Bolt-Action Rifles, Lever-Action Rifles, Semi-Automatic Rifles, Automatic Rifles, Sniper Rifles, Hunting Rifles
9.8. Global Firearms Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Shotguns, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Pump-Action Shotguns, Semi-Automatic Shotguns, Break-Action Shotguns, Double-Barrel Shotguns
9.9. Global Firearms Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Machine Guns, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Light Machine Guns (LMG), Medium Machine Guns (MMG), Heavy Machine Guns (HMG)
9.10. Global Firearms Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Submachine Guns, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Compact Submachine Guns, Personal Defense Weapon (PDW)
9.11. Global Firearms Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Other Types, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Air Guns, Antique Firearms, Signal Guns, Less-Lethal Firearms
10. Firearms Market Regional And Country Analysis
10.1. Global Firearms Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
10.2. Global Firearms Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
11. Asia-Pacific Firearms Market
11.1. Asia-Pacific Firearms Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
11.2. Asia-Pacific Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
12. China Firearms Market
12.1. China Firearms Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
12.2. China Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
13. India Firearms Market
13.1. India Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
14. Japan Firearms Market
14.1. Japan Firearms Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
14.2. Japan Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
15. Australia Firearms Market
15.1. Australia Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
16. Indonesia Firearms Market
16.1. Indonesia Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
17. South Korea Firearms Market
17.1. South Korea Firearms Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
17.2. South Korea Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
18. Taiwan Firearms Market
18.1. Taiwan Firearms Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
18.2. Taiwan Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
19. South East Asia Firearms Market
19.1. South East Asia Firearms Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
19.2. South East Asia Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
20. Western Europe Firearms Market
20.1. Western Europe Firearms Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
20.2. Western Europe Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
21. UK Firearms Market
21.1. UK Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
22. Germany Firearms Market
22.1. Germany Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
23. France Firearms Market
23.1. France Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
24. Italy Firearms Market
24.1. Italy Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
25. Spain Firearms Market
25.1. Spain Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
26. Eastern Europe Firearms Market
26.1. Eastern Europe Firearms Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
26.2. Eastern Europe Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
27. Russia Firearms Market
27.1. Russia Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
28. North America Firearms Market
28.1. North America Firearms Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
28.2. North America Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
29. USA Firearms Market
29.1. USA Firearms Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
29.2. USA Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
30. Canada Firearms Market
30.1. Canada Firearms Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
30.2. Canada Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
31. South America Firearms Market
31.1. South America Firearms Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
31.2. South America Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
32. Brazil Firearms Market
32.1. Brazil Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
33. Middle East Firearms Market
33.1. Middle East Firearms Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
33.2. Middle East Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
34. Africa Firearms Market
34.1. Africa Firearms Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
34.2. Africa Firearms Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Firing Systems, Segmentation By Caliber, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
35. Firearms Market Regulatory and Investment Landscape
36. Firearms Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles
36.1. Firearms Market Competitive Landscape And Market Share 2024
36.1.1. Top 10 Companies (Ranked by revenue/share)
36.2. Firearms Market - Company Scoring Matrix
36.2.1. Market Revenues
36.2.2. Product Innovation Score
36.2.3. Brand Recognition
36.3. Firearms Market Company Profiles
36.3.1. SIG Sauer Inc. Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.2. Smith & Wesson Brands Inc. Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.3. Glock Inc. Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.4. Colt's Manufacturing LLC Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.5. FN America LLC Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
37. Firearms Market Other Major And Innovative Companies
Beretta Corp., Heckler & Koch, Springfield Armory Inc., Kimber Manufacturing Inc., Wilson Combat Inc., Christensen Arms, Daniel Defense Inc., Kel-Tec CNC Industries Inc., Savage Arms Inc., Henry Repeating Arms Co., OF Mossberg & Sons Inc., Benelli Corp., Remington Arms LLC, Walther Arms Inc., Rock River Arms Inc.
38. Global Firearms Market Competitive Benchmarking And Dashboard
39. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Firearms Market
40. Firearms Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
40.1 Firearms Market In 2030 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
40.2 Firearms Market In 2030 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
40.3 Firearms Market In 2030 - Growth Strategies
40.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
40.3.2 Competitor Strategies
41. Appendix
41.1. Abbreviations
41.2. Currencies
41.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
41.4. Research Inquiries
41.5. The Business Research Company
41.6. Copyright And Disclaimer
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