Global Foldable Smartphone Market Forecast, Q4 2025 (Feb 2026 update)
Overview:
Global foldable smartphone shipments are projected to grow 20.2% YoY in 2026. However, this expansion is expected to be disproportionately driven by Apple’s entry in H2, meaning that despite overall category growth, most incumbent OEMs are likely to face pressure on both shipment volumes and market share. The year is set to unfold in a two-speed pattern, with a softer first half followed by a stronger recovery and acceleration in the second half.
Table of Contents:
Key Assumptions
Foldable Smartphone Shipment Forecast by Region
Foldable Smartphone Shipment Forecast by OEM
* Pivot Table : Region x OEM
Foldable Smartphone Shipment Forecast by Model
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Published Date: March 2026
Category
Industry
Smartphone
Service
Smartphone Foldables
Report Type
Report
Time Period
Quarterly
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Author
Liz Lee
Liz, an Associate Director at Counterpoint Research, has 14+ years of extensive experience in the tech industry. Previously, Liz worked for Samsung SDI focusing on IR (Investor Relations) along with insight-based analysis of emerging tech markets and corporate strategies. She holds an International MBA degree from Waseda Business School.