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Argentina: Iron Ore Market 2021

Iron Ore Market Size in Argentina

In 2019, the Argentinian iron ore market decreased by -X% to $X for the first time since 2016, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption showed a pronounced decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Iron ore consumption peaked at $X in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Iron Ore Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2019, the amount of iron ores exported from Argentina contracted sharply to X tons, with a decrease of -X% compared with the previous year. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate mild growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2019, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, iron ore exports amounted to $X in 2019. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2011 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Chile (X tons) were the main destinations of iron ore exports from Argentina, with a combined X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Chile (+X% per year), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Chile ($X) constituted the largest markets for iron ore exported from Argentina worldwide, together accounting for X% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Chile (+X% per year) recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2019, the average iron ore export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a modest expansion. As a result, export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Chile ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Iron Ore Imports

Imports into Argentina

In 2019, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of iron ores, when their volume decreased by -X% to X tons. Overall, imports continue to indicate a noticeable curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Imports peaked at X tons in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, iron ore imports reduced markedly to $X in 2019. In general, imports saw a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Brazil (X tons) was the main iron ore supplier to Argentina, with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile (X tons), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from Brazil amounted to -X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Chile (-X% per year) and Bolivia (+X% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to Argentina, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil amounted to -X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Chile (-X% per year) and Bolivia (+X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average iron ore import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 an increase of X% year-to-year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the price for Bolivia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron ores in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of iron ore consumption, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, iron ore consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of iron ores in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of iron ore production in 2019 were Australia, Brazil and China, with a combined 70% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of iron ores to Argentina?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to Argentina, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 3.1% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of iron ores from Argentina?

In value terms, Germany, the Netherlands and Chile constituted the largest markets for iron ore exported from Argentina worldwide, with a combined 100% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for iron ores in Argentina?

In 2019, the average iron ore export price amounted to $107 per ton, rising by 61% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron ores in Argentina?

In 2019, the average iron ore import price amounted to $77 per ton, rising by 3.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iron ore 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 2025.

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
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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