Germany: Market for Boards, Sheets, Panels, Tiles And Similar Articles Of Plaster Not Faced 2024

Market Size for Boards, Sheets, Panels, Tiles And Similar Articles Of Plaster Not Faced in Germany

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the German market for boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced, when its value increased by 21% to $X. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Boards, Sheets, Panels, Tiles And Similar Articles Of Plaster Not Faced in Germany

In value terms, production of boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, production attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Boards, Sheets, Panels, Tiles And Similar Articles Of Plaster Not Faced

Exports from Germany

In 2021, approx. X square meters of boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced were exported from Germany; remaining stable against the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 9.8% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X square meters, leveling off in the following year.

In value terms, exports of boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced rose notably to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Poland (X square meters), the Netherlands (X square meters) and Switzerland (X square meters) were the main destinations of exports of boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced from Germany, with a combined 42% share 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 Poland (with a CAGR of +16.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X) remains the key foreign market for boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced exports from Germany, comprising 19% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Austria ($X), with an 8.3% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with an 8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Switzerland stood at -3.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Austria (-0.0% per year) and the Netherlands (+7.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced amounted to $X per square meter, surging by 9.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a mild decline. The export price peaked at $X per square meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hungary (+2.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Boards, Sheets, Panels, Tiles And Similar Articles Of Plaster Not Faced

Imports into Germany

In 2021, approx. X square meters of boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced were imported into Germany; increasing by 19% against 2020 figures. Overall, imports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 37%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, imports of boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced rose markedly to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X square meters), Spain (X square meters) and the UK (X square meters) were the main suppliers of imports of boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced to Germany, with a combined 88% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +106.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest board, sheet, panel, tile and similar article of plaster not faced suppliers to Germany were the Netherlands ($X), Spain ($X) and the UK ($X), with a combined 73% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +88.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles of plaster not faced amounted to $X per square meter, reducing by -4.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per square meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per square meter), while the price for Spain ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+7.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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