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Cuba: Postcard Market 2024

Postcard Market Size in Cuba

The Cuban postcard market shrank rapidly to less than $X in 2021, reducing by 99.9% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a significant curtailment. 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.

Postcard Production in Cuba

In value terms, postcard production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, enjoyed a tangible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X, and then fell in the following year.

Postcard Exports

Exports from Cuba

Postcard exports from Cuba was estimated at X tons in 2020, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, exports showed a significant increase. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2014. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, postcard exports totaled $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed significant growth. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2016. The exports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Switzerland (X tons) was the main destination for postcard exports from Cuba, accounting for a 90% share of total exports. Moreover, postcard exports to Switzerland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Angola (X kg), ninefold.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Switzerland was relatively modest.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Switzerland was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average postcard export price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price faced a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Angola stood at $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Angola (0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Postcard Imports

Imports into Cuba

In 2021, purchases abroad of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards was finally on the rise to reach X kg for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, recorded a dramatic curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by 394%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, postcard imports fell to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 285% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Colombia (X kg), the Dominican Republic (X kg) and Spain (X kg) were the main suppliers of postcard imports to Cuba, with a combined 74% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Colombia (with a CAGR of +4.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the Dominican Republic ($X) constituted the largest supplier of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards to Cuba, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Colombia ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 6.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the Dominican Republic totaled -1.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Colombia (-10.0% per year) and Spain (-37.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average postcard import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -39.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate temperate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 177%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the Dominican Republic ($X per ton), while the price for Portugal ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Dominican Republic (+1.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of postcard consumption, accounting for 29% of total volume. Moreover, postcard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the UK, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S., with a 13% share.

What are the largest producers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in the world?

The country with the largest volume of postcard production was China, accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, postcard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hong Kong SAR, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards to Cuba?

In value terms, the largest postcard suppliers to Cuba were China and Colombia, together accounting for 94% of total imports.

What is the average export price for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in Cuba?

In 2020, the average postcard export price amounted to $7,337 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in Cuba?

In 2020, the average postcard import price amounted to $3,943 per ton, which is down by -39.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the postcard market in Cuba. 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:

UNCode 32520-0 - Printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards

Country coverage:

Cuba

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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