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Algeria: Postcard Market 2025

Postcard Market Size in Algeria

The Algerian postcard market declined significantly to $X in 2021, dropping by -76.9% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption showed a deep downturn. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Postcard Exports

Exports from Algeria

In 2021, overseas shipments of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards increased by 1,622% to X kg, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible decrease. The exports peaked at X kg in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, postcard exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for postcard exports from Algeria, with a 41% share of total exports. Moreover, postcard exports to the Netherlands exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Switzerland (X kg), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands stood at +950.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Switzerland (-11.9% per year) and France (-12.3% per year).

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the key foreign market for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards exports from Algeria, comprising 41% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Switzerland ($X), with a 6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Netherlands totaled +1,625.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Switzerland (-23.7% per year) and France (-3.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average postcard export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 71% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 83% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Switzerland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+65.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Postcard Imports

Imports into Algeria

In 2021, purchases abroad of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards decreased by -81.6% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports faced a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 101%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, postcard imports reduced sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 89%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Syrian Arab Republic (X tons), China (X tons) and the Netherlands (X kg) were the main suppliers of postcard imports to Algeria, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +11.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Syrian Arab Republic ($X), China ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) appeared to be the largest postcard suppliers to Algeria, with a combined 89% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Turkey, which accounted for a further 3.7%.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +12.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average postcard import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 79% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a resilient expansion. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Syrian Arab Republic (+7.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of postcard consumption, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, postcard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the UK, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S., with a 13% share.

What are the largest producers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in the world?

China remains the largest postcard producing country worldwide, accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, postcard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hong Kong SAR, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards to Algeria?

In value terms, Egypt, China and Syrian Arab Republic appeared to be the largest postcard suppliers to Algeria, together comprising 92% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards from Algeria?

In value terms, the Netherlands $51) emerged as the key foreign market for postcard exports from Algeria, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada $11), with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Switzerland, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in Algeria?

In 2020, the average postcard export price amounted to $17,781 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in Algeria?

In 2020, the average postcard import price amounted to $4,846 per ton, increasing by 58% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the postcard market in Algeria. 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:

UNCode 32520-0 - Printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards

Country coverage:

Algeria

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Algeria
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024