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Belarus: Slate Market 2024

Slate Market Size in Belarus

The Belarusian slate market surged to $X in 2021, rising by 75% 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). In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a deep contraction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Slate Exports

Exports from Belarus

In 2021, shipments abroad of slate was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, slate exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed noticeable growth. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Ukraine (X tons) was the main destination for slate exports from Belarus, with a 90% share of total exports. Moreover, slate exports to Ukraine exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Russia (X tons), tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Ukraine was relatively modest.

In value terms, Ukraine ($X) remains the key foreign market for slate exports from Belarus, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($X), with a 27% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Ukraine stood at +4.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average slate export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -32.1% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, posted a notable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 98% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, 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 Russia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Ukraine amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ukraine (+4.0%).

Slate Imports

Imports into Belarus

In 2021, approx. X tons of slate were imported into Belarus; increasing by 109% against 2020. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 215% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, slate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 113%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Russia (X tons) constituted the largest slate supplier to Belarus, accounting for a 89% share of total imports. It was followed by Kazakhstan (X tons), with a 0.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Russia totaled -8.2%.

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of slate to Belarus, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Kazakhstan ($X), with a 1.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Russia totaled -9.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slate import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -22.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 54% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Kazakhstan ($X per ton), while the price for Russia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Kazakhstan (+3.7%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for slate in the world?

Sudan constituted the country with the largest volume of slate consumption, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate consumption in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, more than tenfold.

What are the largest producers of slate in the world?

The country with the largest volume of slate production was Sudan, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate production in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, more than tenfold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slate to Belarus?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of slate to Belarus, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Poland, with an 8.3% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of slate from Belarus?

In value terms, Russia, Poland and Slovakia $85) were the largest markets for slate exported from Belarus worldwide, together accounting for 100% of total exports.

What is the average export price for slate in Belarus?

The average slate export price stood at $422 per ton in 2021, reducing by -16% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slate in Belarus?

The average slate import price stood at $124 per ton in 2021, reducing by -60.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slate market in Belarus. 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 08114000 - Slate, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

Country coverage:

Belarus

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Belarus
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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