
Africa - Filing Cabinets, Card-Index Cabinets or Desk Equipment of Base Metal - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Metal Filing Cabinet Market Size in Africa
The African metal filing cabinet market reduced slightly to $X in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced setback. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.
Metal Filing Cabinet Production in Africa
In value terms, metal filing cabinet production expanded to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 14%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.
Metal Filing Cabinet Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2021, shipments abroad of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal increased by 80% to X tons for the first time since 2014, thus ending a six-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, saw a deep slump. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, metal filing cabinet exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
South Africa prevails in exports structure, reaching X tons, which was near 73% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Egypt (X tons), making up a 9.7% share of total exports. The following exporters - Niger (X tons) and Tunisia (X tons) - each reached a 7.8% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to metal filing cabinet exports from South Africa stood at -13.0%. At the same time, Niger (+57.1%) and Tunisia (+28.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Niger emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of +57.1% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Egypt (-3.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Egypt (+5.5 p.p.), Niger (+4.2 p.p.) and Tunisia (+3.5 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while South Africa saw its share reduced by -7.1% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest metal filing cabinet supplier in Africa, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Egypt ($X), with a 9.2% share of total exports. It was followed by Tunisia, with a 5.4% share.
In South Africa, metal filing cabinet exports declined by an average annual rate of -16.2% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Egypt (-5.2% per year) and Tunisia (+31.6% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2021, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -30.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a pronounced slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 29% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Tunisia ($X per ton), while Niger ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tunisia (+2.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Metal Filing Cabinet Imports
Imports in Africa
Metal filing cabinet imports reduced slightly to X tons in 2021, waning by -4.1% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 26%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, metal filing cabinet imports dropped to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 15% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
In 2021, Ghana (X tons), Mauritania (X tons), Guinea (X tons), South Africa (X tons), Kenya (X tons), Botswana (X tons), Togo (X tons), Rwanda (X tons), Zambia (X tons), Tanzania (X tons), Nigeria (X tons) and Libya (X tons) was the main importer of filing cabinets, card-index cabinets or desk equipment of base metal in Africa, mixing up 66% of total import. Algeria (X tons) held a relatively small share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Togo (with a CAGR of +94.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest metal filing cabinet importing markets in Africa were Ghana ($X), Libya ($X) and Botswana ($X), with a combined 23% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Nigeria, Algeria, Togo, Guinea, South Africa, Zambia, Kenya, Mauritania, Rwanda and Tanzania, which together accounted for a further 38%.
Among the main importing countries, Togo, with a CAGR of +95.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
In 2021, the import price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 2.8% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 9.2%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Libya ($X per ton), while Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Algeria (+11.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal filing cabinet market in Africa. 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 25992200 - Filing cabinets, card-index cabinets... or desk equipment of base metal
Country coverage:
- Algeria
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Western Sahara
- South Sudan
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Africa
- 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. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- 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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- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Western Sahara
- South Sudan
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- 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, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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