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Foldable Smartphone Market Soars 45% Amidst Fierce Competition

9/6/2025

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The global foldable smartphone market grew 45% year-on-year in Q2 2025, fueled by demand in China and the US.
Motorola's Razr 60 series increased US shipments, capturing 28% of the global market, up from 14%.
Samsung's market share dropped from 21% to 9%, indicating a decline in its dominance.
Huawei's share rose to 45%, driven by the ultra-premium Mate X6, which made up over a third of shipments.
Foldables account for only 1.5% of the total smartphone market, with durability concerns remaining. Analysts expect continued double-digit growth, especially with Apple's entry in 2026.

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Story summary

The global foldable smartphone market grew 45% year-on-year in Q2 2025, fueled by demand in China and the US.
Motorola's Razr 60 series increased US shipments, capturing 28% of the global market, up from 14%.
Samsung's market share dropped from 21% to 9%, indicating a decline in its dominance.
Huawei's share rose to 45%, driven by the ultra-premium Mate X6, which made up over a third of shipments.
Foldables account for only 1.5% of the total smartphone market, with durability concerns remaining. Analysts expect continued double-digit growth, especially with Apple's entry in 2026.