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Argentina: Granite Block Market 2024

Granite Block Market Size in Argentina

The Argentinian granite block market surged to $X in 2022, picking up by 40% 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). Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Granite block consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Granite Block Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, granite block exports from Argentina declined to X tons, which is down by -5.2% on 2021. In general, exports showed a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 85%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, granite block exports contracted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 100% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main destinations of granite block exports from Argentina.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Chile (with a CAGR of +152.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for granite block exported from Argentina were Chile ($X), China ($X) and Italy ($X).

In terms of the main countries of destination, Chile, with a CAGR of +57.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average granite block export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by 58% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+13.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Granite Block Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2022, approx. X tons of granite blocks and slabs were imported into Argentina; picking up by 17% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, recorded a mild setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 26%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, granite block imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) was the main granite block supplier to Argentina, accounting for a 94% share of total imports. It was followed by China (X tons), with a 1.8% share of total imports. India (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 1.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-5.8% per year) and India (-12.8% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of granite blocks and slabs to Argentina, comprising 83% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 9% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 2.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil amounted to +2.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-0.4% per year) and China (+1.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average granite block import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 39% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+14.2%), 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 granite blocks and slabs in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of granite block consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 38% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of granite blocks and slabs in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of granite block production in 2020 were India, Brazil and China, with a combined 38% share of global production. The United States, Italy, Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Turkey, Spain, Mexico, Portugal and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of granite blocks and slabs to Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of granite block to Argentina, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Norway, with a 9.4% share of total imports. It was followed by Zimbabwe, with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading importers of granite blocks and slabs from Argentina?

In value terms, Chile, China and Italy appeared to be the largest markets for granite block exported from Argentina worldwide.

What is the average export price for granite blocks and slabs in Argentina?

In 2020, the average granite block export price amounted to $583 per ton, falling by -10.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for granite blocks and slabs in Argentina?

In 2020, the average granite block import price amounted to $182 per ton, which is down by -15.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the granite block market 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 08111236 - Granite merely cut into rectangular (including square) blocks or slabs

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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