International market seen reaching $272.09 billion by 2030

The Business Research Company says the global international market will grow from $209 billion in 2025 to $272.09 billion by 2030, driven by rising data traffic, cloud adoption and cross-border digital trade. North America led the market in 2025, while Asia-Pacific is expected to post the fastest growth.

Why it matters: - The international market underpins cross-border data, voice and multimedia transmission for businesses, data centers and consumers. - Faster growth in this market points to rising demand for reliable global connectivity as commerce, cloud services and digital trade expand. - The market’s trajectory matters for telecom infrastructure, subsea cable investment, satellite connectivity and managed network services.

What happened: - The Business Research Company projected the global international market will rise from $209 billion in 2025 to $219.93 billion in 2026. - The firm forecast the market will reach $272.09 billion by 2030. - The company said the market will grow at a 5.2% CAGR from 2025 to 2026 and at a 5.5% CAGR through 2030. - The release was dated Oct. 7, 2026.

The details: - The market is driven by rising international data traffic, expanded global telecom infrastructure, higher internet penetration and more cross-border communication needs. - The forecast points to rapid growth in hyperscale data centers, wider cloud adoption, 5G-enabled international networks and stronger demand for secure data transmission. - Emerging trends include broader deployment of subsea cable systems, lower-latency connections for cloud and content delivery, more investment in global IP-based network infrastructure, more satellite connectivity for remote areas and more managed international network services. - The market covers infrastructure, technologies and services that enable global data transmission and communication. - The scope includes subsea cables, satellite links and IP-based networks that move voice, data and multimedia across regions. - The market connects enterprises, data centers and users across international boundaries.

Between the lines: - E-commerce and cross-border trade volumes are becoming a bigger engine for demand as digital commerce depends on fast, secure international connectivity. - In March 2025, the World Trade Organization said global trade in goods and commercial services rose 7% to about $34.65 trillion. - North America held the largest market share in 2025. - Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region over the forecast period. - The regional analysis also covers South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, South America, the Middle East and Africa.

What's next: - The Business Research Company said future growth will hinge on continued hyperscale data center buildout, cloud adoption, 5G network expansion and secure cross-border data needs. - The company also highlighted more investment in subsea cables, satellite links and managed network services as likely growth areas. - The firm is offering a free sample report and a full market report through its website.