Step-Up and Step-Down Transformer Market Report 2026

The step-up and step-down transformer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $15.64 billion in 2025 to $16.79 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of power transmission networks, growth of industrial electricity consumption, urbanization and infrastructure development, electrification of residential areas, increasing use of electrical appliances.

The step-up and step-down transformer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $22.4 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart grid modernization initiatives, rising investments in renewable power generation, growth in EV charging infrastructure, increasing focus on energy efficiency standards, expansion of industrial automation. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for efficient power transmission equipment, increasing adoption of transformers in renewable energy integration, growing use of dry-type transformers for safety and efficiency, expansion of smart grid infrastructure requiring advanced transformers, rising demand for compact and energy-efficient transformers.

The anticipated increase in electricity consumption is expected to drive growth in the step-up and step-down transformer market. This rise in electricity usage is attributed to factors such as population growth, economic development, the widespread adoption of electronic devices and appliances, increased industrial activity, and improved living standards. Step-up and step-down transformers are crucial for the efficient transmission and distribution of electrical power, as they adjust voltage levels to ensure effective power delivery from generation plants to end users. For example, in April 2025, Ember, a US-based energy think tank, reported that electricity consumption from electric vehicles (EVs) increased by 38% in 2024, rising by 62 TWh from 163 TWh in 2023 to 225 TWh in 2024, and adding an additional 0.2% to global electricity demand. Therefore, the rise in electricity consumption is supporting the growth of the step-up and step-down transformers market.

Major players in the step-up and step-down transformer market are prioritizing strategic investments to foster technological innovation and expand production capacity. These investments in technology, production capabilities, sustainability, and smart solutions are aimed at enhancing the development of step-up and step-down transformers, improving efficiency, addressing growing demand, and advancing industry standards. For example, in April 2024, Hitachi Energy, a Japan-based company specializing in power technologies and energy systems, announced plans to invest over $1.5 billion to expand and modernize its global transformer manufacturing capacity. This investment will support rising demand and long-term electrification initiatives across Europe, America, and Asia, utilizing the company’s existing global infrastructure.

In January 2024, Hitachi Energy Ltd., a Switzerland-based technology company, acquired COET S.r.l. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enhances Hitachi Energy’s global positioning and capabilities in high-power electric vehicle charging infrastructure, power electronics, and grid edge technologies. COET S.r.l., an Italy-based equipment manufacturer, specializes in power supply systems including rectifiers and step-down transformers.

Major companies operating in the step-up and step-down transformer market are Hitachi Ltd., Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, ABB Ltd., Toshiba Corporation, Eaton Corporation plc, Alstom SA, Legrand SA, Rockwell Automation Inc., Fuji Electric Co. Ltd., WEG Electric Corp., Hyosung Corporation, SPX Transformer Solutions Inc., HD HyundAI Electric Co. Ltd., Nissin Electric Co. Ltd., CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited, Hammond Power Solutions Inc., EFACEC Power Solutions SGPS S.A., Voltamp Transformers Limited, Kirloskar Electric Co. Ltd., SGB-SMIT Group, Synergy Transformers Pvt. Ltd., Alfanar Group.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the step-up and step-down transformer market by increasing costs of imported electrical steel, copper windings, and core components used in transformer manufacturing. These cost pressures have affected pricing and project timelines, particularly in industrial and utility-scale power distribution segments across Asia-Pacific and Europe. Large power and distribution transformers are more affected due to their reliance on global supply chains. However, tariffs have also encouraged domestic manufacturing, local sourcing of components, and investments in regional transformer production facilities, supporting long-term supply chain resilience.

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Step-up and step-down transformers are electrical devices designed to adjust the voltage levels of alternating current (AC) electricity. A step-up transformer increases the voltage from a lower level to a higher level, which is typically used in power transmission to minimize energy loss over long distances. Conversely, a step-down transformer decreases the voltage from a higher level to a lower level, making it safe and suitable for residential and commercial use. These transformers are essential for power distribution, electronics, and various industrial applications, as they enable efficient energy transmission and utilization.

The main types in the step-up and step-down transformer market include step-up transformers, step-down transformers, and others. A step-up transformer is used to increase the voltage of AC while reducing the current. Transformers are available in various phases, including single phase and three phase, and serve several end uses such as industrial, commercial, residential, and other applications.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the step-up and step-down transformer market in 2025. The regions covered in the step-up and step-down transformer market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the step-up and step-down transformer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The step-up and step-down transformer market consists of sales of protective relays, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, surge protectors, and monitoring systems. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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