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Bulgaria: Frozen Eels Market 2022

Frozen Eels Market Size in Bulgaria

For the thirteenth consecutive year, the Bulgarian frozen eels market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -X% to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with a decrease of -X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Frozen Eels Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, frozen eels production stood at $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Frozen Eels Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2020, the amount of frozen eels exported from Bulgaria totaled X kg, approximately equating the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Exports peaked at X kg in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen eels exports stood at $X in 2020. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for frozen eels exports from Bulgaria, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2015, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2015, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2015, the average frozen eels export price amounted to $X per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked in 2015 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2007 to 2015, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to X% per year.

Frozen Eels Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2020, overseas purchases of frozen eels decreased by -X% to X kg, falling for the fifth consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, frozen eels imports reduced remarkably to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports saw a deep contraction. The smallest decline of -X% was in 2014. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2019, New Zealand (X kg) was the main frozen eels supplier to Bulgaria, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, frozen eels imports from New Zealand exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Germany (X kg), tenfold.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from New Zealand stood at -X%.

In value terms, the largest frozen eels suppliers to Bulgaria were New Zealand ($X) and Germany ($X the main suppliers, Germany saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average frozen eels import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2019, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for New Zealand stood at $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of frozen eels consumption in 2020 were China, India and the U.S., with a combined 61% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Denmark, Indonesia, New Zealand, Qatar, Hong Kong SAR, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Taiwan Chinese), Canada and Germany, which together accounted for a further 29%.
Indonesia remains the largest frozen eels producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 42% of total volume. Moreover, frozen eels production in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. Malaysia ranked third in terms of total production with a 8.7% share.
In value terms, the largest frozen eels suppliers to Bulgaria were New Zealand $991) and Germany $926).
In 2015, the average frozen eels export price amounted to $8,197 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.
In 2019, the average frozen eels import price amounted to $2,954 per ton, with an increase of 54% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen eels market in Bulgaria. 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.

Product coverage:

    Country coverage:

    • Bulgaria

    Data coverage:

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

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    This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

    In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

    1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
    2. How to load your idle production capacity
    3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
    4. How to increase your profit margins
    5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
    6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
    7. How to outsource production to other countries
    8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

    While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

      Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
      2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
      3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
      4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
    2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
      2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
    3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
    5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Import Supplying Countries

      1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Destinations for Exports

      1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    11. LIST OF TABLES

      1. Key Findings In 2024
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
    12. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
      9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
      10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
      11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
      12. Exports and Growth, By Product
      13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
      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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      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, 2012–2024
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
      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, 2012–2024

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