
GCC - Raw Hides and Skins of Bovine Animals - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Cows Skin Market Size in GCC
The GCC cows skin market fell modestly to $X in 2021, dropping by -4.3% against the previous year. Overall, consumption showed a pronounced slump. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Cows Skin Production in GCC
In value terms, cows skin production shrank slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 12%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.
Saudi Arabia (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of cows skin production, comprising approx. 63% of total volume. Moreover, cows skin production in Saudi Arabia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), fourfold. Oman (X tons) ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in Saudi Arabia amounted to +1.3%. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: the United Arab Emirates (-1.9% per year) and Oman (+4.4% per year).
Cows Skin Exports
Exports in GCC
After two years of decline, overseas shipments of raw hides and skins of bovine animals increased by 248% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, cows skin exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports enjoyed a prominent expansion. The level of export peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
Saudi Arabia represented the largest exporter of raw hides and skins of bovine animals in GCC, with the volume of exports resulting at X tons, which was approx. 76% of total exports in 2021. Oman (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by the United Arab Emirates (X tons). All these countries together took near 23% share of total exports.
Saudi Arabia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the raw hides and skins of bovine animals exports, with a CAGR of +34.7% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Oman (+18.4%) and the United Arab Emirates (+6.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of Saudi Arabia (+41 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of Oman (-7.2 p.p.) and the United Arab Emirates (-22.7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) remains the largest cows skin supplier in GCC, comprising 83% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Oman ($X), with an 11% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Saudi Arabia amounted to +13.7%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Oman (+9.6% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-8.8% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2021, the export price in GCC amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -9.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price faced a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the export price increased by 48%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($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 Oman (-7.4%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Cows Skin Imports
Imports in GCC
In 2021, overseas purchases of raw hides and skins of bovine animals increased by 1,190% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, cows skin imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports showed perceptible growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 134% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
The countries with the highest levels of cows skin imports in 2021 were the United Arab Emirates (X tons), together recording 97% of total import.
The United Arab Emirates was also the fastest-growing in terms of the raw hides and skins of bovine animals imports, with a CAGR of +25.0% from 2012 to 2021. The United Arab Emirates (+5.6 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported raw hides and skins of bovine animals in GCC.
In the United Arab Emirates, cows skin imports increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012-2021.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in GCC stood at $X per ton in 2021, falling by -85.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the import price increased by 352% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the United Arab Emirates.
From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to -18.9% per year.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cows skin 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 10114200 - Raw hides and skins of bovine or equine animals, whole (except those linked to HS
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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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
- PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, 2012–2024
- Yield, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
- Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
- Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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