Feb 6, 2026
IndexBox has just published a new report: Middle East – Golf Clubs And Other Golf Equipment – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights.
This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the Middle East golf equipment market. It details a significant market contraction in 2024, with consumption falling to 98M units ($136M) after a 2023 peak. Turkey is the dominant force, accounting for 63% of consumption and 69% of production. Despite the recent decline, the market is forecast for long-term growth, projected to reach 106M units ($150M) by 2035. The report also covers trade dynamics, noting a sharp drop in imports but a rise in import prices, and analyzes per capita consumption and country-level performance across the region.
Key Findings
Market contracted sharply in 2024 to 98M units ($136M) but is forecast to grow to 106M units ($150M) by 2035Turkey dominates the region, accounting for 63% of consumption and 69% of productionImports plummeted by 64% in volume in 2024, but their average price surged by 203%Kuwait, Lebanon, and Turkey had the highest per capita consumption of golf equipmentProduction is concentrated and growing, led by Turkey, Syria, and JordanMarket Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for golf clubs and other golf equipment in the Middle East, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to decelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +0.7% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market volume to 106M units by the end of 2035.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +0.9% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market value to $150M (in nominal wholesale prices) by the end of 2035.
ConsumptionMiddle East’s Consumption of Golf Clubs And Other Golf Equipment
Golf equipment consumption shrank dramatically to 98M units in 2024, with a decrease of -17.9% against 2023 figures. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The volume of consumption peaked at 119M units in 2023, and then reduced sharply in the following year.
The value of the golf equipment market in the Middle East fell markedly to $136M in 2024, waning by -22.2% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The total consumption indicated moderate growth from 2013 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $174M in 2023, and then contracted sharply in the following year.
Consumption By Country
The country with the largest volume of golf equipment consumption was Turkey (61M units), accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, golf equipment consumption in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Syrian Arab Republic (13M units), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates (5.9M units), with a 6% share.
In Turkey, golf equipment consumption increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the period from 2013-2024. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Syrian Arab Republic (+0.1% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-0.5% per year).
In value terms, Turkey ($86M) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was held by Syrian Arab Republic ($18M). It was followed by the United Arab Emirates.
In Turkey, the golf equipment market increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the period from 2013-2024. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of market growth: Syrian Arab Republic (+2.1% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+1.5% per year).
The countries with the highest levels of golf equipment per capita consumption in 2024 were Kuwait (973 units per 1000 persons), Lebanon (772 units per 1000 persons) and Turkey (710 units per 1000 persons).
From 2013 to 2024, the biggest increases were recorded for Lebanon (with a CAGR of +2.9%), while consumption for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
ProductionMiddle East’s Production of Golf Clubs And Other Golf Equipment
In 2024, golf equipment production in the Middle East dropped slightly to 90M units, which is down by -2% against 2023. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the period from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum volume at 92M units in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, golf equipment production rose significantly to $38M in 2024 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 38% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs in 2024 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
Production By Country
The country with the largest volume of golf equipment production was Turkey (62M units), comprising approx. 69% of total volume. Moreover, golf equipment production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Syrian Arab Republic (13M units), fivefold. Jordan (5.8M units) ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.5% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Turkey stood at +3.6%. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: Syrian Arab Republic (+0.6% per year) and Jordan (+6.5% per year).
ImportsMiddle East’s Imports of Golf Clubs And Other Golf Equipment
In 2024, approx. 11M units of golf clubs and other golf equipment were imported in the Middle East; with a decrease of -64.1% on the previous year’s figure. In general, imports showed a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 123%. The volume of import peaked at 41M units in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2024, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, golf equipment imports expanded significantly to $19M in 2024. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded measured growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 71%. The level of import peaked at $20M in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports By Country
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates (6.9M units) was the key importer of golf clubs and other golf equipment, creating 65% of total imports. Iraq (1,185K units) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Turkey (655K units). All these countries together held approx. 17% share of total imports. Oman (456K units), Bahrain (338K units), Saudi Arabia (332K units) and Israel (224K units) took a little share of total imports.
From 2013 to 2024, average annual rates of growth with regard to golf equipment imports into the United Arab Emirates stood at -2.2%. At the same time, Israel (+7.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Israel emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the Middle East, with a CAGR of +7.1% from 2013-2024. Iraq and Oman experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Turkey (-5.5%), Bahrain (-8.9%) and Saudi Arabia (-24.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of the United Arab Emirates (+27 p.p.), Iraq (+6.1 p.p.), Oman (+2.2 p.p.) and Israel (+1.7 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2013-2024, the share of Saudi Arabia (-28 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($9.3M), Saudi Arabia ($4.7M) and Turkey ($1.5M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2024, together accounting for 81% of total imports.
Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +11.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports By Type
Golf equipment; other than clubs and balls represented the major imported product with an import of around 9.4M units, which reached 89% of total imports. It was distantly followed by golf balls (1.1M units), mixing up an 11% share of total imports.
Imports of golf equipment; other than clubs and balls decreased at an average annual rate of -7.1% from 2013 to 2024. golf balls (-5.2%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2013 to 2024, the share of golf balls increased by +1.9 percentage points.
In value terms, golf equipment; other than clubs and balls ($7.6M), golf clubs; complete ($7.1M) and golf balls ($4.6M) were the products with the highest levels of imports in 2024.
Among the main imported products, golf clubs; complete, with a CAGR of +5.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other products experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices By Type
The import price in the Middle East stood at $1.8 per unit in 2024, rising by 203% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed a buoyant expansion. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by the product type; the product with the highest price was golf clubs; complete ($95 per unit), while the price for golf equipment; other than clubs and balls ($804 per thousand units) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by golf equipment; other than clubs and balls (+9.1%), while the other products experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices By Country
The import price in the Middle East stood at $1.8 per unit in 2024, surging by 203% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a prominent increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($14 per unit), while Iraq ($344 per thousand units) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+47.0%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
ExportsMiddle East’s Exports of Golf Clubs And Other Golf Equipment
In 2024, approx. 2.7M units of golf clubs and other golf equipment were exported in the Middle East; picking up by 23% on 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 118%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at 4.9M units in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, golf equipment exports expanded markedly to $1.2M in 2024. Overall, exports showed a measured increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 144%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $1.3M. From 2022 to 2024, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports By Country
Turkey was the key exporting country with an export of about 1.6M units, which finished at 59% of total exports. It was distantly followed by the United Arab Emirates (1M units), creating a 38% share of total exports.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of +1.4%).
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($563K) and Turkey ($503K) constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2024.
Turkey, with a CAGR of +9.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review.
Exports By Type
Golf equipment; other than clubs and balls prevails in exports structure, accounting for 2.6M units, which was approx. 95% of total exports in 2024. It was distantly followed by golf balls (135K units), mixing up a 5% share of total exports.
From 2013 to 2024, average annual rates of growth with regard to golf equipment; other than clubs and balls exports of stood at -3.7%. golf balls (-1.9%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The shares of the largest types remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, golf equipment; other than clubs and balls ($807K) remains the largest type of golf clubs and other golf equipment supplied in the Middle East, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by golf balls ($248K), with a 20% share of total exports.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of the value of golf equipment; other than clubs and balls exports amounted to +6.6%. For the other products, the average annual rates were as follows: golf balls (+0.9% per year) and golf clubs; complete (+1.3% per year).
Export Prices By Type
In 2024, the export price in the Middle East amounted to $460 per thousand units, waning by -13.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2023 an increase of 54% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $529 per thousand units, and then shrank in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exported products. In 2024, the product with the highest price was golf clubs; complete ($83 per unit), while the average price for exports of golf equipment; other than clubs and balls ($316 per thousand units) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by golf equipment; other than clubs and balls (+10.8%), while the other products experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices By Country
In 2024, the export price in the Middle East amounted to $460 per thousand units, which is down by -13.1% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2023 when the export price increased by 54% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $529 per thousand units, and then fell in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2024, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($549 per thousand units), while Turkey amounted to $316 per thousand units.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+9.3%).
Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform
This report provides a comprehensive view of the golf equipment industry in Middle East, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the regional value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between exporters and importers within Middle East. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the golf equipment landscape in Middle East.
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Key findings
Regional demand is shaped by both household and industrial usage, with trade flows linking supply hubs to import-reliant countries.
Pricing dynamics reflect unit values, freight costs, exchange rates, and regulatory shifts that affect sourcing decisions.
Supply depends on input availability and production efficiency, creating distinct cost curves across Middle East.
Market concentration varies by country, creating different competitive landscapes and entry barriers.
The 2035 outlook highlights where capacity investment and demand growth are most aligned within the region.
Report scope
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for Middle East. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts across countries and sub-regions.
Market size and growth in value and volume terms
Consumption structure by end-use segments and countries
Production capacity, output, and cost dynamics
Regional trade flows, exporters, importers, and balances
Price benchmarks, unit values, and margin signals
Competitive context and market entry conditions
Product coverageProdcom 32301530 – Golf clubs and other golf equipment (including golf balls)Country coverageCountry profiles and benchmarks
For the regional report, country profiles provide a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators across Middle East. The profiles highlight the largest consuming and producing markets and allow direct benchmarking across peers.
Methodology
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
International trade data (exports, imports, and mirror statistics)
National production and consumption statistics
Company-level information from financial filings and public releases
Price series and unit value benchmarks
Analyst review, outlier checks, and time-series validation
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
Forecasts to 2035
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links golf equipment demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts within Middle East.
Historical baseline: 2012-2025
Forecast horizon: 2026-2035
Scenario-based sensitivity to income growth, substitution, and regulation
Capacity and investment outlook for major producing countries
Each country projection is built from its own historical pattern and the regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Price analysis and trade dynamics
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Price benchmarks by country and sub-region
Export and import unit value trends
Seasonality and calendar effects in trade flows
Price outlook to 2035 under baseline assumptions
Profiles of market participants
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
Business focus and production capabilities
Geographic reach and distribution networks
Cost structure and pricing strategy indicators
Compliance, certification, and sustainability context
How to use this report
Quantify regional demand and identify the most attractive country markets
Evaluate export opportunities and prioritize target destinations
Track price dynamics and protect margins
Benchmark performance against regional competitors
Build evidence-based forecasts for investment decisions
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of golf equipment dynamics in Middle East.
FAQ
What is included in the golf equipment market in Middle East?
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data at country and sub-regional levels, presented in both value and volume terms.
How are the forecasts to 2035 built?
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Does the report cover prices and margins?
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
Which countries are profiled in detail?
The report provides profiles for the largest consuming and producing countries in Middle East.
Can this report support market entry decisions?
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.