The Knife Market is Estimated To Witness High Growth Owing To Trends of Emerging Blade-Shaping Technologies

Market Overview:
The Knife market consists of knives used for various purposes including household, hunting, military, and industrial. Knives come in different shapes, sizes, and blade designs as per their intended application. They provide convenience, ease of use, durability, and safety during cutting activities involved in cooking, crafting, survival, combat, and industrial processing.

The Knife Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 2.39 Bn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 4.5% over the forecast period 2023 to 2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights.

Market key trends:
The emerging blade-shaping technologies are expected to drive the growth of the knife market over the forecast period. Manufacturers are increasingly adopting computer numerical control (CNC) machines and digital modeling for precise blade shaping. This allows mass customization of knife designs as per changing consumer preferences as well as helps optimize blade structure and sharpening for maximum durability and cutting efficiency. 3D printing technology is also being explored for knife production which can reduce manufacturing costs through simplified processes and minimal material waste. Such technological advancements are poised to make knives even more functional and appealing to both commercial and recreational users.

Porter’s Analysis
Threat of new entrants: Low capital requirements for production and intellectual property protection barriers make it easy for new companies to enter the knife market. However, established brands have strong brand recognition and supply chain experience posing barrier for new entrants.
Bargaining power of buyers: Buyers have moderate bargaining power in the market due to availability of substitutes and undifferentiated products. However, certain specialized knives increase switching costs for buyers.
Bargaining power of suppliers: Suppliers of steel, plastics used in knife-making have moderate bargaining power due to availability of substitutes and less differentiation in raw materials.
Threat of new substitutes: Threat of new substitutes is moderate due availability of alternatives like scissors, box cutters etc. however, knives have widespread applications reducing impact of substitutes.
Competitive rivalry: Intense competition among existing brands to increase market share through new product innovations, endorsements and competitive pricing.

SWOT Analysis
Strength: Wide applications in sectors like woodworking, metalworking, survival,Tactical/self-defense boosts demand. Diversified product portfolio of major players cater various needs.
Weakness: High dependence on economic cycles can impact sales during downturns. Vulnerable to raw material price volatility affecting margins.
Opportunity: Growing e-commerce channels provide new sales avenues. Rising urbanization and DIY trend drives demand in developing regions.
Threats: Stringent regulations on knife designs and sizes in some regions. Shift to digital technologies reduce need for certain knife applications.

Key Takeaways
The Global Knife Market Size is expected to witness high growth, exhibiting CAGR of 4.5% over the forecast period, due to increasing adoption of knives in residential and commercial use.

Regional analysis: North America dominates global knife market accounting for over 30% share in 2023 primarily due to high per capita cutlery and tool expenditure in US and Canada. Asia Pacific exhibits fastest growth at 7.3% CAGR owing to large population, rising middle class and increasing product penetration in China and India.

Key players: Key players operating in the knife market are Olfa Corporation, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., Milwaukee Tool, Gerber, Hyde Tools, Inc., U.S. Blade Manufacturing Company, Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc., Apex Tool Group LLC, Klein Tools, Inc. Companies are focused on new product development, mergers and collaborations to strengthen distribution network and market presence.