Total China lighting exports reached USD 8.8 billion from Jan-Feb 2026, up 17% year-on-year; February single-month exports hit USD 3.8 billion, surging 65% YoY to a 5-year high. LED fixtures accounted for USD 6.5 billion (74% of total shipments), with decorative LED lights and solar lamps growing 19%~34%.
Global LED string light market size is estimated at USD 7.4~8.5 billion in 2026 (+8% YoY), projected to hit USD 7.71 billion by 2035 at a CAGR of 14.8%.
Mature markets (EU & US): steady growth at 1.5%~2.8%, demand for WiFi smart, RGB programmable & Matter-connected premium string lights.
Southeast Asia, Middle East & Latin America: robust growth over 15%; tariff benefits under RCEP boost cost-effective aluminum-wire string lights.
Product mix: APP-controllable smart string lights take up 23.8% of total output; basic models face fierce price competition while high-end items keep healthy profit margin. Amazon/Temu/TikTok cross-border sellers advance holiday stock preparation, with Christmas orders concentrated from June to August.
