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Chile: Bigeye Tuna Market 2022

Bigeye Tuna Market Size in Chile

In 2020, the Chilean bigeye tuna market increased by X% to $X, rising for the sixth consecutive year after five years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the market value increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Bigeye Tuna Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2020, after two years of decline, there was decline in shipments abroad of bigeye tuna, when their volume decreased by X% to X kg. In general, exports saw a dramatic decrease. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum at X kg in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bigeye tuna exports stood at $X in 2020. Overall, exports continue to indicate a sharp downturn. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Bolivia (X kg) was the main destination for bigeye tuna exports from Chile, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

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

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

Export Prices by Country

In 2015, the average bigeye tuna export price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average export prices hit record highs in 2015 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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

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

Bigeye Tuna Imports

Imports into Chile

In 2020, overseas purchases of bigeye tuna decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, bigeye tuna imports soared to $X in 2020. In general, imports, however, recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Senegal (X tons) was the main supplier of bigeye tuna to Chile, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from Senegal was relatively modest.

In value terms, Senegal ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bigeye tuna to Chile.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Senegal was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average bigeye tuna import price stood at $X per ton in 2019, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2019, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2007 to 2019, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Senegal amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bigeye tuna in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bigeye tuna consumption in 2020 were Japan, Taiwan Chinese) and Thailand, together accounting for 63% of global consumption. China, South Korea, Ecuador, France and Mauritius lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

What are the largest producers of bigeye tuna in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bigeye tuna production in 2020 were Taiwan Chinese), China and South Korea, together accounting for 69% of global production. These countries were followed by France, Ecuador, Panama, Indonesia, Oman and Singapore, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What are the leading suppliers of bigeye tuna to Chile?

In value terms, Senegal constituted the largest supplier of bigeye tuna to Chile.

What is the average export price for bigeye tuna in Chile?

The average bigeye tuna export price stood at $1,435 per ton in 2015, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for bigeye tuna in Chile?

The average bigeye tuna import price stood at $2,293 per ton in 2019, growing by 28% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bigeye tuna market in Chile. 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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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Chile
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024