End of Life Planning - Global Strategic Business Report

The global market for End of Life Planning was estimated at US$67.9 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$95.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2024 to 2030. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, drivers, and forecasts, helping you make informed business decisions. The report includes the most recent global tariff developments and how they impact the End of Life Planning market.

Global End of Life Planning Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Is End of Life Planning Becoming a Crucial Consideration?

End-of-life planning refers to the process of preparing legal, financial, medical, and personal arrangements to ensure an individual's wishes are honored regarding healthcare, asset distribution, and funeral planning. With an aging global population and increasing awareness of advance care directives, wills, estate planning, and palliative care, more individuals are taking proactive steps to outline their preferences. This planning reduces burden on families, prevents legal disputes, and ensures that medical decisions align with patient wishes. The rising cost of long-term healthcare, the complexity of estate management, and changing cultural attitudes toward death and dying have contributed to the growing adoption of end-of-life planning services.

Governments and healthcare organizations are actively promoting advance care planning (ACP) and living wills, allowing individuals to document their medical treatment preferences in case they become unable to communicate. Additionally, the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, dementia, and terminal illnesses has highlighted the importance of early planning for palliative care and hospice services. Digital platforms offering secure online will creation, digital legacy management, and AI-powered estate planning tools are making end-of-life planning more accessible, especially to younger generations.

How Is Technology Transforming End of Life Planning?

Technology is playing a critical role in modernizing end-of-life planning, making the process more efficient, secure, and widely accessible. The development of AI-driven legal documentation platforms has streamlined the creation of wills, trusts, and power of attorney agreements, reducing reliance on traditional legal services. Additionally, blockchain technology is being integrated into estate planning to secure digital wills and prevent fraud, ensuring tamper-proof asset distribution.

Another significant advancement is the rise of virtual palliative care and telehealth services, allowing patients to discuss their end-of-life care preferences with healthcare professionals remotely. AI-powered funeral planning platforms are also emerging, helping individuals pre-plan their memorial services, burial preferences, and digital legacies. Digital memorialization services, such as cloud-based remembrance websites and AI-generated video tributes, are also becoming more popular, reflecting changing attitudes toward digital afterlife management.

What Is Driving the Growth of the End of Life Planning Market?

The growth in the end-of-life planning market is driven by increasing awareness of legal and medical preparedness, rising healthcare costs, and the digitization of estate and legacy management. The expansion of online will creation services, AI-driven estate planning tools, and digital asset management platforms has made end-of-life planning more accessible. The aging baby boomer population, growing demand for hospice care, and government policies encouraging advance directives have further contributed to market expansion.

Moreover, the integration of cloud-based storage solutions for legal documents, biometric authentication for estate execution, and blockchain-backed inheritance transfers is enhancing security and reliability in estate management. As cultural stigmas around discussing death continue to shift, the end-of-life planning market is expected to experience significant growth, with more personalized and tech-driven solutions catering to diverse demographics.

Scope of Study:

The report analyzes the End of Life Planning market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

• Segments: Service (Funeral Services, Estate Planning, Digital Legacy Services, Grief Counselling & Support, Advanced Healthcare Directives, Others); Area (Urban, Rural); Demographic (Elderly population, Middle age population, Young adult)
• Geographic Regions/Countries: World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.

Key Insights:

• Market Growth: Understand the significant growth trajectory of the Funeral Services segment, which is expected to reach US$28.7 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of a 5.9%. The Estate Planning segment is also set to grow at 5.6% CAGR over the analysis period.
• Regional Analysis: Gain insights into the U.S. market, estimated at $17.8 Billion in 2024, and China, forecasted to grow at an impressive 5.7% CAGR to reach $15.4 Billion by 2030. Discover growth trends in other key regions, including Japan, Canada, Germany, and the Asia-Pacific.

Why You Should Buy This Report:

• Detailed Market Analysis: Access a thorough analysis of the Global End of Life Planning Market, covering all major geographic regions and market segments.
• Competitive Insights: Get an overview of the competitive landscape, including the market presence of major players across different geographies.
• Future Trends and Drivers: Understand the key trends and drivers shaping the future of the Global End of Life Planning Market.
• Actionable Insights: Benefit from actionable insights that can help you identify new revenue opportunities and make strategic business decisions.

Key Questions Answered:

• How is the Global End of Life Planning Market expected to evolve by 2030?
• What are the main drivers and restraints affecting the market?
• Which market segments will grow the most over the forecast period?
• How will market shares for different regions and segments change by 2030?
• Who are the leading players in the market, and what are their prospects?

Report Features:

• Comprehensive Market Data: Independent analysis of annual sales and market forecasts in US$ Million from 2024 to 2030.
• In-Depth Regional Analysis: Detailed insights into key markets, including the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
• Company Profiles: Coverage of players such as AMAR International, Apiary Life, Bare, Better Place Forests, Carriage Services Inc. and more.
• Complimentary Updates: Receive free report updates for one year to keep you informed of the latest market developments.

Some of the 44 companies featured in this End of Life Planning market report include:

• AMAR International
• Apiary Life
• Bare
• Better Place Forests
• Carriage Services Inc.
• Closure
• Dignity PLC
• Empathy
• Everest Funeral Concierge
• Global Atlantic Financial Group
• Global Funeral Services (GFS)
• InvoCare Limited
• Picaluna
• RoundGlass End of Life (EOL)
• Safewill
• Service Corporation International (SCI)
• StoneMor Inc.
• Torchlight (LifeSpeak Inc.)
• Trust & Will
• Wilbert Funeral Services Inc.

This edition integrates the latest global trade and economic shifts as of June 2025 into comprehensive market analysis. Key updates include:

• Tariff and Trade Impact: Insights into global tariff negotiations across 180+ countries, with analysis of supply chain turbulence, sourcing disruptions, and geographic realignment. Special focus on 2025 as a pivotal year for trade tensions, including updated perspectives on the Trump-era tariffs.
• Adjusted Forecasts and Analytics: Revised global and regional market forecasts through 2030, incorporating tariff effects, economic uncertainty, and structural changes in globalization. Includes segmentation by product, technology, type, material, distribution channel, application, and end-use, with historical analysis since 2015.
• Strategic Market Dynamics: Evaluation of revised market prospects, regional outlooks, and key economic indicators such as population and urbanization trends.
• Innovation & Technology Trends: Latest developments in product and process innovation, emerging technologies, and key industry drivers shaping the competitive landscape.
• Competitive Intelligence: Updated global market share estimates for 2025, competitive positioning of major players (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial), and refined focus on leading global brands and core players.
• Expert Insight & Commentary: Strategic analysis from economists, trade experts, and domain specialists to contextualize market shifts and identify emerging opportunities.
• Complimentary Update: Buyers receive a free July 2025 update with finalized tariff impacts, new trade agreement effects, revised projections, and expanded country-level coverage.