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Ecuador: Paper File Cover Market 2024

Paper File Cover Market Size in Ecuador

In 2022, the Ecuadorian paper file cover market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, showed a abrupt contraction. Paper file cover consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Paper File Cover Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2022, overseas shipments of paper binders, folders and file covers were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, saw a mild contraction. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, paper file cover exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a perceptible downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 340%. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bolivia (X tons) was the main destination for paper file cover exports from Ecuador, with a 69% share of total exports. Moreover, paper file cover exports to Bolivia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Panama (X kg), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Chile (X kg), with a 7.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bolivia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Panama (+16.8% per year) and Chile (+34.2% per year).

In value terms, Bolivia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for paper binders, folders and file covers exports from Ecuador, comprising 60% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Panama ($X), with a 28% share of total exports. It was followed by Chile, with a 5.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Bolivia amounted to -4.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Panama (+24.0% per year) and Chile (+11.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average paper file cover export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -34.5% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a noticeable setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 60%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined significantly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Panama ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Panama (+6.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Paper File Cover Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2022, supplies from abroad of paper binders, folders and file covers was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 124% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, paper file cover imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 106%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Peru (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) were the main suppliers of paper file cover imports to Ecuador, together comprising 89% of total imports. Slovenia, Switzerland, Colombia, Thailand and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 8%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Switzerland (with a CAGR of +77.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Slovenia ($X), Switzerland ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the largest paper file cover suppliers to Ecuador, together accounting for 80% of total imports.

Switzerland, with a CAGR of +83.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average paper file cover import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -1.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 32% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Switzerland ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+19.6%), 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 paper binders, folders and file covers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of paper file cover consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and India, together accounting for 48% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Germany, Russia, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico, the Netherlands, France, South Korea, Turkey and Egypt, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of paper binders, folders and file covers in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of paper file cover production, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, paper file cover production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S., with a 8.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of paper binders, folders and file covers to Ecuador?

In value terms, China, Peru and Singapore appeared to be the largest paper file cover suppliers to Ecuador, with a combined 49% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of paper binders, folders and file covers from Ecuador?

In value terms, the largest markets for paper file cover exported from Ecuador were Panama and Bolivia, with a combined 97% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for paper binders, folders and file covers in Ecuador?

In 2020, the average paper file cover export price amounted to $2,629 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for paper binders, folders and file covers in Ecuador?

In 2020, the average paper file cover import price amounted to $2,218 per ton, declining by -1.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper file cover market in Ecuador. 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 17231350 - Binders, folders and file covers, of paper or paperboard (excluding book covers)

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
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
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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