Report Update Nov 1, 2024

Bulgaria - Sandstone - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Bulgaria: Sandstone Market 2024

Sandstone Market Size in Bulgaria

The Bulgarian sandstone market expanded remarkably to $X in 2022, picking up by 7% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a deep downturn. Sandstone consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sandstone Production in Bulgaria

In value terms, sandstone production rose rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the production volume increased by 40%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Sandstone Exports

Exports from Bulgaria

In 2022, overseas shipments of sandstone decreased by -26.9% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after four years of decline. In general, exports saw a precipitous shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 98% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sandstone exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports faced a precipitous decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 44%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Greece (X tons) was the main destination for sandstone exports from Bulgaria, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Greece stood at -36.4%.

In value terms, Greece ($X) also remains the key foreign market for sandstone exports from Bulgaria.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Greece stood at -49.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sandstone export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -93.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price faced a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 89% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Serbia amounted to +75.3% per year.

Sandstone Imports

Imports into Bulgaria

In 2022, the amount of sandstone imported into Bulgaria soared to X tons, jumping by 26% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 161%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sandstone imports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 259% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X tons) was the main sandstone supplier to Bulgaria, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from India stood at +15.3%.

In value terms, India ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sandstone to Bulgaria.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from India stood at +18.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average sandstone import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -50.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 186% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for India.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Romania amounted to +2,343.4% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sandstone in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sandstone consumption was China, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, sandstone consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 7.8% share.

What are the largest producers of sandstone in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, India and Poland, with a combined 37% share of global production. These countries were followed by the UK, the United States, Turkey, Indonesia, Russia, Brazil, Nigeria, Mexico, Vietnam and Pakistan, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of sandstone to Bulgaria?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of sandstone to Bulgaria.

What are the leading importers of sandstone from Bulgaria?

In value terms, Greece remains the key foreign market for sandstone exports from Bulgaria.

What is the average export price for sandstone in Bulgaria?

In 2021, the average sandstone export price amounted to $267 per ton, increasing by 2.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sandstone in Bulgaria?

The average sandstone import price stood at $1,524 per ton in 2021, waning by -29.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sandstone 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 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08111250 - Sandstone

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

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

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:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
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. 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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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