Optical Goods Stores Market Report 2026

The optical goods stores market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $66.2 billion in 2025 to $68.82 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising prevalence of vision disorders, increasing awareness of eye health, growth of urban retail optical stores, expanding middle-class population, affordability of basic eyewear products.

The optical goods stores market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $82.36 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to aging population globally, increasing screen time and digital eye strain, growth of e-commerce eyewear platforms, rising demand for premium and branded eyewear, innovation in lens materials and coatings. Major trends in the forecast period include growing preference for fashion-oriented eyewear, rising demand for prescription and vision correction products, expansion of omni-channel retail models, increasing customization of frames and lenses, higher adoption of protective and safety eyewear.

The rising incidence of ocular disorders is anticipated to drive the expansion of the optical goods store market in the coming years. Ocular disease encompasses any condition that disrupts the normal functioning of the eye and/or negatively affects visual ability. Optical goods stores provide eyewear products that help reduce eye strain caused by fatigue-related stress on the eyes. In addition, these products can help prevent or manage various eye conditions and vision-related problems, such as myopia and hypermetropia. For example, in May 2023, according to the UK Parliament, a UK-based legislative body, approximately 2 million people in the country were living with sight loss, a figure expected to rise to 2.7 million by 2030 and 4 million by 2050. Consequently, the growing prevalence of ocular diseases is fueling the growth of the optical goods store market.

Major companies are focusing on innovation, introducing products such as water gradient multifocal contact lenses designed for cellular and immune health. These contact lenses, exemplified by Alcon's TOTAL30 Multifocal, utilize water gradient technology to combat digital device dryness. The lenses provide nearly 100% water content at the surface, ensuring exceptional comfort and moisture for contact lens wearers with presbyopia. For instance, in October 2023, Alcon's introduction of the TOTAL30 Multifocal demonstrates a commitment to offering premium water gradient innovation at an affordable price point suitable for monthly lens replacement.

In March 2024, Reliance Brands Limited, an India-based company that specializes in premium brand retail partnerships and luxury fashion, acquired LensCrafters India from DLF Brands for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance Reliance Brands' portfolio of premium and luxury offerings in India, capitalizing on the increasing demand for high-end eyewear and fashion accessories. LensCrafters is a US-based optical retail company.

Major companies operating in the optical goods stores market are Luxottica Group S.p.A., Johnson & Johnson Vision, Safilo Group S.p.A., Alcon, Oakley Inc., The Cooper Companies Inc., Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Hoya Corporation, Carl Zeiss AG, Seiko Optical Products Co. Ltd., Zenni Optical Inc., Warby Parker, Silhouette Group, Rodenstock GmbH, Marcolin, Charmant Group, De Rigo Vision S.p.A, Fielmann AG, JINS Inc., Marchon Eyewear Inc., Shamir Optical Industry Ltd., Essilor International SAS, Vision Source, National Vision Holdings Inc., MyEyeDr., Eyeconic.

North America was the largest region in the optical goods stores market in 2025. The regions covered in the optical goods stores market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the optical goods stores market report are Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.

The optical goods stores market includes revenues earned by entities by providing eye exams, glasses repair, adjustments, and home delivery services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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