A DVD is an optical disk used to store information. A DVD capacity ranges from 4.7 GB to 17 GB, over seven times than a CD can store. A DVD can be single-sided or double-sided with multiple layers. A Blu-ray disc (BD) is also an optical disc capable of recording, rewriting and playing back HD videos. BDs supersede DVDs in terms of storing information. BDs use a blue-violet laser that has a shorter wavelength compare to a red laser. This allows BDs to store data more precisely using less space.
Analysts forecast the Global DVD and BD market will decline at a CAGR of (3.64) percent over the period 2013-2018.
The Report recognizes the following companies as the key players in Global DVD and BD Market: CMC Magnetics, Moser Baer India Ltd, Panasonic Corp., Ritek Corp., Sony Corp., Falcon Technologies International LLC, Hitachi Maxwell Ltd, Lions Gate Entertainment Corp., Sharp Corp., Taiyo Yuden Co. Ltd, TDKCorp., Umedisc Ltd
Online retailers are increasingly promoting DVDs and BDs and offering attractive packages to consumers. Discounts on the purchase of DVDs or BDs and low-cost combination packs of DVDs and BDs are some such offers. The increasing penetration of the internet has made it easier for consumers to shop online. In competition to these online stores, retail stores are also offering discounts, thus increasing competition and ultimately benefitting the consumer but adversely affecting market growth.
Covered in this Report
The Global DVD and BD market can be segmented into two types: DVD and BD. This report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the Global DVD and BD market for the period 2014-2018. To calculate the market size, the report takes into account revenues generated from the sale and rental of all types of DVDs and Blu-ray disc.
Global DVD and BD Market 2014-2018, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the US, the UK, Japan and Germany; it also covers the Global DVD and BD market landscape and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.
According to the report, the growth in the Global DVD and BD market is driven by diminishing prices of BD players and the rapid adoption of HD-enabled devices. Increasing demand for HD content has led to a rapid increase in the demand for BDs.
Further, the report states that piracy is a major threat that could adversely affect the growth of this market. Censorship policies in China and inaction on piracy in India are obstructing the sale of legitimate DVDs and BDs in the market.
Key Countries
- US
- UK
- Japan
- Germany
Key Vendors
- CMC Magnetics
- Moser Baer India Ltd
- Panasonic Corp.
- Ritek Corp.
- Sony Corp.
