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Iraq: Coal Market 2024

Coal Market Size in Iraq

In 2022, the Iraqi coal market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Coal consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Coal Production in Iraq

In value terms, coal production reduced slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Coal Exports

Exports from Iraq

In 2021, the amount of coal exported from Iraq rose sharply to X tons, picking up by X% compared with the previous year. In general, exports enjoyed a tangible expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, coal exports dropped modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a mild reduction. The smallest decline of X% was in 2013. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) was the main destination for coal exports from Iraq, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Oman was relatively modest.

In value terms, Oman ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for coal exports from Iraq.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Oman was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average coal export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average export price decreased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Oman.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Oman amounted to X% per year.

Coal Imports

Imports into Iraq

In 2022, approx. X tons of coal were imported into Iraq; reducing by X% on 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then shrank remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, coal imports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of coal to Iraq, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, coal imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), fivefold. Egypt (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (X% per year) and Egypt (X% per year).

In value terms, Turkey ($X) constituted the largest supplier of coal to Iraq, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Egypt, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Turkey amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (X% per year) and Egypt (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average coal import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a pronounced shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for coal in the world?

The country with the largest volume of coal consumption was China, comprising approx. 51% of total volume. Moreover, coal consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 6.9% share.

What are the largest producers of coal in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of coal production, comprising approx. 47% of total volume. Moreover, coal production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with an 8.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of coal to Iraq?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of coal to Iraq.

What is the average import price for coal in Iraq?

In 2021, the average coal import price amounted to $259 per ton, growing by 21% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the coal market in Iraq. 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.

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Market volume and value
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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iraq
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. 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