
Germany - Crude Steel and Steel Semi-Finished Products - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Market Size for Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products in Germany
In 2021, the German market for raw steel and steel semi-finished products increased by 33% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a pronounced curtailment. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Production of Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products in Germany
In value terms, production of raw steel and steel semi-finished products soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. Production of peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.
Exports of Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products
Exports from Germany
In 2021, overseas shipments of raw steel and steel semi-finished products increased by 13% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after five years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, exports of raw steel and steel semi-finished products skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.
Exports by Country
France (X tons) was the main destination for exports of raw steel and steel semi-finished products from Germany, with a 60% share of total exports. Moreover, exports of raw steel and steel semi-finished products to France exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Poland (X tons), sixfold. Spain (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 4.2% share.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to France amounted to -1.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Poland (+19.9% per year) and Spain (+22.0% per year).
In value terms, France ($X) remains the key foreign market for raw steel and steel semi-finished products exports from Germany, comprising 53% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Poland ($X), with a 9.1% share of total exports. It was followed by Spain, with a 4.5% share.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to France totaled -1.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Poland (+14.8% per year) and Spain (+24.4% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2021, the average export price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($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 Austria (+7.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Imports of Raw Steel And Steel Semi-Finished Products
Imports into Germany
In 2021, supplies from abroad of raw steel and steel semi-finished products was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. In general, imports, however, saw a pronounced decline. Over the period under review, imports of reached the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, imports of raw steel and steel semi-finished products soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a perceptible downturn. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
Russia (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main suppliers of imports of raw steel and steel semi-finished products to Germany, together comprising 59% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Russia (with a CAGR of +19.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Russia ($X), Italy ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest raw steel and steel semi-finished products suppliers to Germany, with a combined 51% share of total imports.
Russia, with a CAGR of +20.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The average import price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 4% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, import price for raw steel and steel semi-finished products increased by +103.8% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 25%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+9.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for raw steel and steel semi-finished products in Germany. 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 24102110 - Flat semi-finished products (of non-alloy steel)
- Prodcom 24102121 - Ingots, other primary forms and long semi-finished products for seamless tubes (of non-alloy steel)
- Prodcom 24102122 - Other ingots, primary forms and long semi-finished products including blanks (of non-alloy steel)
- Prodcom 24102210 - Flat semi-finished products (slabs) (of stainless steel)
- Prodcom 24102221 - Ingots, other primary forms and long semi-finished products for seamless tubes (of stainless steel)
- Prodcom 24102222 - Other ingots, primary forms and long semi-finished products (of stainless steel)
- Prodcom 24102310 - Flat semi-finished products (of alloy steel other than of stainless steel)
- Prodcom 24102321 - Ingots, other primary forms and long semi-finished products for seamless tubes (of alloy steel other than of stainless steel)
- Prodcom 24102322 - Other ingots, primary forms and long semi-finished products (of alloy steel other than of stainless steel)
Country coverage:
- Germany
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Germany
- 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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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- Production Volume 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- 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, By Country, 2012–2024
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