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Czech Republic: Magnetic Card Market 2025

Magnetic Card Market Size in the Czech Republic

In 2021, the Czech magnetic card market increased by 301% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, consumption, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. Magnetic card consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Magnetic Card Exports

Exports from the Czech Republic

In 2021, overseas shipments of cards incorporating a magnetic stripe decreased by -86.7% to X units, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports faced a sharp decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 249%. The exports peaked at X units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, magnetic card exports declined dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 256% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

France (X units), the United Arab Emirates (X units) and Slovakia (X units) were the main destinations of magnetic card exports from the Czech Republic, together accounting for 90% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +35.2%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cards incorporating a magnetic stripe exports from the Czech Republic, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Slovakia ($X), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by France, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to the United Arab Emirates stood at +32.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Slovakia (-21.8% per year) and France (-32.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average magnetic card export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, jumping by 222% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 225%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to France ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Poland (+7.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Magnetic Card Imports

Imports into the Czech Republic

In 2021, overseas purchases of cards incorporating a magnetic stripe were finally on the rise to reach X units after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, faced a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 170% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X units in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, magnetic card imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a deep setback. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Germany (X units), the UK (X units) and Austria (X units) were the main suppliers of magnetic card imports to the Czech Republic, with a combined 93% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of +86.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the UK ($X), Germany ($X) and Austria ($X) appeared to be the largest magnetic card suppliers to the Czech Republic, together comprising 70% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, the UK, with a CAGR of +41.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average magnetic card import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a mild reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 106%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per unit), while the price for Germany ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+5.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of magnetic card consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Spain, with a combined 35% share of global consumption.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of magnetic card production, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, magnetic card production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.
In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of magnetic card to the Czech Republic, comprising 46% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Austria, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with an 8% share.
In value terms, France, Germany and Slovakia were the largest markets for magnetic card exported from the Czech Republic worldwide, together comprising 93% of total exports.
The average magnetic card export price stood at $0.3 per unit in 2020, shrinking by -6.2% against the previous year.
The average magnetic card import price stood at $0.1 per unit in 2020, surging by 49% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the magnetic card market in the Czech Republic. 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 26801400 - Cards incorporating a magnetic stripe

Country coverage:

  • Czech Republic

Data coverage:

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

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  • 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:

  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 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 TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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

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