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Chile - Granite Blocks and Slabs - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Chile: Granite Block Market 2024

Granite Block Market Size in Chile

The Chilean granite block market contracted to $X in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Granite Block Production in Chile

In value terms, granite block production declined modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the production volume increased by 23%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Granite Block Exports

Exports from Chile

In 2022, exports of granite blocks and slabs from Chile surged to X tons, picking up by 50% against the year before. Overall, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, granite block exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 51% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Ireland (X tons) was the main destination for granite block exports from Chile, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Ireland was relatively modest.

In value terms, Ireland ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for granite blocks and slabs exports from Chile.

From 2013 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of value to Ireland was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average granite block export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 32%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2018 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2013 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Angola amounted to 0.0% per year.

Granite Block Imports

Imports into Chile

In 2022, the amount of granite blocks and slabs imported into Chile expanded sharply to X kg, picking up by 7.8% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 38% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X kg in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, granite block imports amounted to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 1.7%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X kg), Portugal (X kg) and Argentina (X kg) were the main suppliers of granite block imports to Chile, together comprising 92% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Argentina (with a CAGR of +41.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Argentina ($X), Brazil ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest granite block suppliers to Chile, with a combined 92% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Argentina, with a CAGR of +9.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average granite block import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -6.7% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, granite block import price decreased by -21.1% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 70% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($X per ton), while the price for Portugal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+83.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for granite blocks and slabs in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of granite block consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 38% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of granite blocks and slabs in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of granite block production in 2020 were India, Brazil and China, together accounting for 38% of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Italy, Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Turkey, Spain, Mexico, Portugal and Iran, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of granite blocks and slabs to Chile?

In value terms, Argentina $291) constituted the largest supplier of granite block to Chile, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China $25), with a 7.6% share of total imports. It was followed by Portugal, with a 3% share.

What is the average export price for granite blocks and slabs in Chile?

In 2018, the average granite block export price amounted to $1,324 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for granite blocks and slabs in Chile?

The average granite block import price stood at $24,071 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 933% against the previous year.

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

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08111236 - Granite merely cut into rectangular (including square) blocks or slabs

Country coverage:

Chile

Data coverage:

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 2012–2023
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