Narrative: Global Foldable Smartphone Shipments by Vendor by Region Q1 2026

Foldable smartphone shipments declined in Q1 2026, with Huawei leading at 54.4% as Asia‑Pacific dominates despite regional and global headwinds.

The foldable smartphone market faces a seasonal correction in Q1 2026, with global shipments declining year-over-year amid ongoing economic headwinds. Huawei surges to the top position with a dominant 54.4% share, buoyed by strong domestic demand in China, while Samsung holds second place with 22.8%. Asia-Pacific remains the engine of the segment, accounting for over 81% of global shipments, though regional shipments declined as Huawei’s off-peak quarter followed a strong Q4. North America and Western Europe posted growth, driven by Samsung and Motorola. Economic uncertainty, trade tensions, and cautious consumer spending continue to weigh on premium device adoption globally, though select markets show resilience.