Research Methodology – Lottery Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Lottery Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Lottery Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
1 Factors considered while calculating market size and share:
- Number of lottery participants
- Frequency of lottery draws or games
- Types and numbers of lottery games available
- Price of lottery tickets
- Total sales of lottery tickets
- Winnings distributed by lottery companies
- Government regulations and restrictions on lottery industry
- Market penetration of online lotteries
- Geographical distribution of lottery participants
- Competition among different lottery providers
2 Key Market Indicators:
- Gross Gambling Yield (GGY) from the lottery sector
- Annual growth rate of the lottery sector
- Market share of major lottery providers
- Number of active users playing the lottery
- Percentage of online lottery sales
- Changes in per capita spending on lottery tickets
- Trends in disposable income and its impact on lottery sales
3 Growth Trends:
- Increasing adoption of online lottery platforms
- Emergence of blockchain-based lotteries
- Growth in popularity of instant lotteries
- Greater demand for lottery due to rising disposable income
- Increasing trend of cross-border lottery games
- Rising popularity of charity lotteries
- Implementation of stricter regulations to curb illegal gambling activities
Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Lottery Market. Key inputs include:
Company-Level Information
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
Industry and Government Sources
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Lottery Market
Market Intelligence Sources
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
Macro & Consumer Insights
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
Expert Insights & KOL Engagements
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
Focused Discussions & Panels
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
Data Validation & Business POV
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights