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Slate Market Size
The global slate market rose to $X in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a buoyant increase. Over the period under review, the global market hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Slate Production
In value terms, slate production expanded remarkably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, global production reached the peak level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
Slate Exports
Exports
For the fourth year in a row, the global market recorded decline in overseas shipments of slate, which decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, slate exports expanded remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the global exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
France was the major exporting country with an export of around X tons, which accounted for X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by India (X tons), China (X tons), Germany (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Portugal (X tons), together comprising a X% share of total exports. Poland (X tons), Greece (X tons) and the UK (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
France experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of slate. At the same time, Germany (X%) and Greece (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Germany emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Spain and Portugal experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, China (X%), India (X%), Poland (X%) and the UK (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of France (X p.p.), Germany (X p.p.), Spain (X p.p.), Portugal (X p.p.) and Greece (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2022, the share of Poland (X p.p.), India (X p.p.) and the UK (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest slate supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by France, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in China amounted to X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: India (X% per year) and France (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
The average slate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, slate export price increased by X% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Slate Imports
Imports
Global slate imports reduced to X tons in 2022, waning by X% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, slate imports dropped notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a pronounced setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, global imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
The countries with the highest levels of slate imports in 2022 were Belgium (X tons), Italy (X tons), France (X tons) and Germany (X tons), together recording X% of total import. The Czech Republic (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by the UK (X%). Canada (X tons), Portugal (X tons), Switzerland (X tons), Spain (X tons), Sweden (X tons), Russia (X tons) and Ukraine (X tons) held a little share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Portugal (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the UK ($X), France ($X) and Italy ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together accounting for X% of global imports. Germany, Portugal, Belgium, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Spain, the Czech Republic, Ukraine and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Portugal, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average slate import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a slight curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of X% against the previous year. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the Czech Republic ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global slate market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 08114000 - Slate, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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