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Top Luxury Watch Brands in the World
Most Popular Watch Brands & Models by Country
When one considers the luxury watch industry, they typically look at it through a global lens. From the high horology of Genevan watchmaking to the innovations and modern charm of Asia's most captivating timepieces, this export-driven sector is valued at a market size of around $6.9 billion.
Today, production predominantly takes place in Switzerland, Hong Kong, and other areas of China. But from a consumer's perspective, every country has its own style and buying preferences, making it particularly interesting to explore the luxury watches, brands, and models they gravitate towards each year. And perhaps just maybe, there's something that these top-selling timepieces can tell us about the people who buy them.
United Arab Emirates
Top Selling Watch Brand:
$421B GDP
$86M revenue in luxury watch market segment
With sleek skyscrapers and professionals in the regional business hub Dubai, watch enthusiasts in the UAE opt for Rolex, arguably the most recognized watch brand in the world.
Hong Kong, China
Top Selling Watch Brand:
$439B GDP
$10.7B revenue in luxury watch market segment
Known for its sweeping landscape and large population, it’s easy to see why watch collectors from this region choose a brand with a robust catalog.
Japan
Top Selling Watch Brand:
$5.1T GDP
$2.3B revenue in luxury watch market segment
Wielding a name derived from the Greek alphabet, a rich history steeped in Swiss watchmaking, and serving as the official timekeeper of at least 21 Olympic Games, Omega’s worldwide fame has officially reached Japan.
Singapore
Top Selling Watch Brand:
$379B GDP
$315M revenue in luxury watch market segment
Boasting an eclectic commercial and restaurant industry as well as close proximity to nearby islands, Singapore collectors are on the hunt for the perfect beach to tux look that Rolex is known for.
Australia
Top Selling Watch Brand:
$1.4T GDP
$276M revenue in luxury watch market segment
Known for creating one of the most infamous dive watches in the luxury space, it’s no mystery why Australian collectors opt for Omega timepieces.