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Argentina: Market for Copper Bars, Rods and Profiles 2024

Market Size for Copper Bars, Rods and Profiles in Argentina

The Argentinian market for copper bars, rods and profiles declined slightly to $X in 2022, reducing by -3.3% against the previous year. Overall, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Copper bar, rod and profile consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Copper Bars, Rods and Profiles in Argentina

In value terms, copper bar, rod and profile production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a slight decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Copper Bars, Rods and Profiles

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, approx. X tons of copper bars, rods and profiles were exported from Argentina; falling by -87.5% against 2021 figures. Overall, exports showed a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 106% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, copper bar, rod and profile exports reduced remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a precipitous slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 141%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Uruguay (X tons) was the main destination for copper bar, rod and profile exports from Argentina, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Uruguay stood at -26.5%.

In value terms, Uruguay ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for copper bars, rods and profiles exports from Argentina.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Uruguay stood at -18.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for copper bars, rods and profiles stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 130% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a resilient increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Uruguay.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Uruguay amounted to +11.5% per year.

Imports of Copper Bars, Rods and Profiles

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, approx. X tons of copper bars, rods and profiles were imported into Argentina; reducing by -16.7% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a perceptible expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 194% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, copper bar, rod and profile imports dropped modestly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 125% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest copper bar, rod and profile supplier to Argentina, accounting for a 53% share of total imports. Moreover, copper bar, rod and profile imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Peru (X tons), with a 9.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil amounted to +2.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+18.4% per year) and Peru (+10.5% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of copper bars, rods and profiles to Argentina, comprising 46% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Peru, with a 9.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil totaled +5.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+15.4% per year) and Peru (+13.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average import price for copper bars, rods and profiles amounted to $X per ton, growing by 20% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 38% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Italy ($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 (+7.8%), 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 copper; bars, rods and profiles in the world?

The country with the largest volume of copper; bars, rods and profiles consumption was China, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, copper; bars, rods and profiles consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with an 8.9% share.

What are the largest producers of copper; bars, rods and profiles in the world?

China remains the largest copper; bars, rods and profiles producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 21% of total volume. Moreover, copper; bars, rods and profiles production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of copper; bars, rods and profiles to Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of copper; bars, rods and profiles to Argentina, comprising 45% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the United States, with a 12% share.

What are the leading importers of copper; bars, rods and profiles from Argentina?

In value terms, Uruguay remains the key foreign market for copper; bars, rods and profiles exports from Argentina.

What is the average export price for copper; bars, rods and profiles in Argentina?

The average export price for copper; bars, rods and profiles stood at $5,252 per ton in 2021, falling by -5.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for copper; bars, rods and profiles in Argentina?

In 2021, the average import price for copper; bars, rods and profiles amounted to $6,908 per ton, surging by 7.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for copper bar, rod and profile in Argentina. 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 24442200 - Copper and copper alloy bars, rods, profiles and hollow profiles (excluding bars and rods obtained by casting or sintering, copper wire rod in coils)

Country coverage:

Argentina

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023