Handball Market Report 2026

The handball market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.27 billion in 2025 to $1.36 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of school and collegiate handball programs, growth of professional handball leagues, rising participation in indoor sports, increased support from sports federations, development of community sports facilities.

The handball market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.77 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of digital content distribution, rising investments in grassroots handball development, growing demand for sustainable sports equipment, increased international tournament exposure, expansion of handball in non-traditional regions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of digital coaching platforms, rising demand for professional indoor handball equipment, growing popularity of youth handball programs, expansion of media coverage for handball events, enhanced focus on player safety gear.

The increasing awareness of physical activity is expected to drive the growth of the handball market in the coming years. Physical activity refers to any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure, encompassing various forms such as exercise, sports, occupational tasks, and daily movements. A key factor contributing to the growing awareness of physical activity is the widespread dissemination of health education, as well-informed individuals are more likely to understand the physical, mental, and social benefits of regular movement, promoting a culture of active living. Handball serves as an engaging, team-based sport that not only encourages participation across different age groups but also highlights the social and health benefits of consistent physical activity. For instance, in June 2024, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), a Switzerland based United Nations agency, global efforts are focused on achieving a 10 percent relative reduction in physical inactivity among adults and adolescents by 2025, increasing to 15 percent by 2030. Therefore, the increasing awareness of physical activity is driving the growth of the handball market.

Key companies operating in the handball market are focusing on developing innovative solutions such as smart and sustainable handballs to enhance gameplay precision and promote environmental responsibility. A smart and sustainable handball is an advanced sports ball that integrates sensor technology for real time performance tracking and is made from eco friendly or recycled materials to reduce environmental impact. For instance, in April 2024, Handball Bundesliga GmbH (HBL), a Germany based professional handball league organization, launched the Planet HBL. The product features integrated motion sensing technology that records live data such as ball speed and trajectory, improving analytics and fan engagement. Additionally, it uses recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) materials, demonstrating the growing focus on sustainability and resource efficiency in professional handball equipment.

In June 2024, EHF Marketing GmbH, an Austria based sports marketing subsidiary of the European Handball Federation, extended its official match ball partnership with SELECT Sport A S to supply official match balls and equipment for Europe’s premier club competitions. Through this partnership, EHF Marketing ensures a unified ball supply and branding for EHF club tournaments for four seasons (2024 25-2027 28), supporting consistent equipment standards, event activations, and product innovation across elite competitions. SELECT Sport A S is a Denmark based sports equipment and ball manufacturer.

Major companies operating in the handball market are Kempa Sports, Hummel International, Molten Corporation, Select Sport, Erima GmbH, Joma Sport, Salming Sports AB, Mizuno Corporation, Asics Corporation, Adidas AG, Nike Inc., Puma SE, Jako AG, Errea, Givova, Stanno, Bison Inc., COSCO Sports Equipment, Mikasa Corporation, Macron S.p.A.

Europe was the largest region in the handball market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the handball market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the handball market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The handball market consists of sales of handball training equipment, coaching accessories, goalkeeper gloves, player bags, water bottles, whistles, scoreboards, and court flooring 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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