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France: Postcard Market 2024

Postcard Market Size in France

In 2021, the French postcard market increased by 355% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption enjoyed buoyant growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Postcard Exports

Exports from France

In 2021, exports of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards from France soared to X tons, growing by 18% on the previous year. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, postcard exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.1% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main destinations of postcard exports from France, together accounting for 64% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Japan (with a CAGR of +28.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), Japan ($X) and Belgium ($X) were the largest markets for postcard exported from France worldwide, together accounting for 60% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Japan, with a CAGR of +35.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average postcard export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 27% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +8.2% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, postcard export price increased by +46.0% against 2017 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 30%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+18.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Postcard Imports

Imports into France

In 2021, overseas purchases of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards increased by 160% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, imports posted a strong expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, postcard imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a strong expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), China (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of postcard imports to France, with a combined 76% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +32.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest supplier of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards to France, comprising 41% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the Netherlands totaled +46.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+14.6% per year) and the UK (+34.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average postcard import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 128% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.2% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($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 UK (+13.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

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

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of postcard production, comprising approx. 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 France?

In value terms, the largest postcard suppliers to France were China, Germany and the Netherlands, with a combined 59% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards from France?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for postcard exports from France, comprising 42% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by Switzerland, with a 9.8% share.

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

In 2020, the average postcard export price amounted to $13,837 per ton, with a decrease of -10.7% against the previous year.

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

The average postcard import price stood at $7,541 per ton in 2020, reducing by -23.4% against the previous year.

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

France

Data coverage:

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