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GCC: Ink Market 2024

Ink Market Size in GCC

In 2021, the GCC ink market increased by 67% to $X, rising for the third consecutive year after four years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a tangible increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Ink Production in GCC

In value terms, ink production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, posted significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 250%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Ink Exports

Exports in GCC

In 2021, overseas shipments of inks (excluding printing ink) were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 38% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ink exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt slump. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia was the main exporter of inks (excluding printing ink) in GCC, with the volume of exports resulting at X tons, which was approx. 63% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by the United Arab Emirates (X tons), achieving a 35% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +3.6%).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the largest ink supplier in GCC, comprising 73% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 24% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates amounted to -6.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 43% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Saudi Arabia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+6.9%).

Ink Imports

Imports in GCC

After six years of decline, supplies from abroad of inks (excluding printing ink) increased by 104% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a deep reduction. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ink imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt slump. The level of import peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) represented the key importer of inks (excluding printing ink), making up 78% of total imports. Saudi Arabia (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a 12% share, followed by Qatar (4.8%). Oman (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the inks (excluding printing ink) imports, with a CAGR of +5.4% from 2012 to 2021. Qatar (-9.3%), Oman (-20.1%) and Saudi Arabia (-23.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of the United Arab Emirates increased by +58 percentage points. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported inks (excluding printing ink) in GCC, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 3.3% share of total imports. It was followed by Qatar, with a 1.1% share.

In the United Arab Emirates, ink imports expanded at an average annual rate of +7.3% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Saudi Arabia (-35.1% per year) and Qatar (-19.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, rising by 18% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 52% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Oman ($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 United Arab Emirates (+1.9%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ink market in GCC. 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 20593000 - Inks (excluding printing ink)

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in GCC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in GCC
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bahrain
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023