Report Update Nov 1, 2024

Iraq - Optical Fibers and Bundles - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Iraq: Market for Optical Fibers and Bundles 2024

Market Size for Optical Fibers and Bundles in Iraq

The Iraqi optical fiber and bundle market surged to $X in 2022, increasing by 24% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption, however, saw a slight curtailment. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Optical Fibers and Bundles

Exports from Iraq

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of optical fibers and bundles decreased by -34.8% to X kg in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 283%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X kg, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, optical fiber and bundle exports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 923% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

China (X kg) and Germany (X kg) were the main destinations of optical fiber and bundle exports from Iraq. Moreover, optical fiber and bundle exports in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest exporter, Germany, twofold.

From 2020 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, the largest markets for optical fiber and bundle exported from Iraq were Germany ($X) and China ($X).

Germany, with a CAGR of 0.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average optical fiber and bundle export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -15.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 167%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China stood at $X per ton.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (0.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Optical Fibers and Bundles

Imports into Iraq

In 2022, imports of optical fibers and bundles into Iraq soared to X tons, with an increase of 18% against the previous year. In general, imports, however, showed a slight reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 314%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, optical fiber and bundle imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a mild contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 186% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of optical fiber and bundle to Iraq, with a 70% share of total imports. Moreover, optical fiber and bundle imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by India (X tons), with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to +37.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+0.5% per year) and India (+8.7% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of optical fibers and bundles to Iraq, comprising 31% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 9.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+7.5% per year) and India (-2.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average optical fiber and bundle import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 11% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 116%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+18.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for optical fibers, bundles and cables in the world?

China remains the largest optical fiber, bundle and cable consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 20% of total volume. Moreover, optical fiber, bundle and cable consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of optical fibers, bundles and cables in the world?

The country with the largest volume of optical fiber, bundle and cable production was China, accounting for 39% of total volume. Moreover, optical fiber, bundle and cable production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 4.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of optical fibers, bundles and cables to Iraq?

In value terms, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and China were the largest optical fiber, bundle and cable suppliers to Iraq, together comprising 69% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of optical fibers, bundles and cables from Iraq?

In value terms, Oman emerged as the key foreign market for optical fiber, bundle and cable exports from Iraq, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 31% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for optical fibers, bundles and cables in Iraq?

In 2021, the average export price for optical fibers, bundles and cables amounted to $2,601 per ton, declining by -16.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for optical fibers, bundles and cables in Iraq?

In 2021, the average import price for optical fibers, bundles and cables amounted to $8,579 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for optical fiber and bundle 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.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 27311200 - Optical fibres and optical fibre bundles, optical fibre cables (except those made up of individually sheathed fibres)

Country coverage:

Iraq

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
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

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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