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Iraq: Optical Fiber Cables Market 2024

Optical Fiber Cables Exports

Exports from Iraq

Optical fiber cables exports from Iraq surged to X tons in 2022, rising by 27% against the year before. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 1,197%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, optical fiber cables exports dropped rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 232% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then fell notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons) was the main destination for optical fiber cables exports from Iraq, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the Netherlands amounted to +48.7%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for optical fiber cables exports from Iraq.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands totaled +22.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average optical fiber cables export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -37.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 125%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to -17.4% per year.

Optical Fiber Cables Imports

Imports into Iraq

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of optical fiber cables decreased by -14.5% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed tangible growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 143%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, optical fiber cables imports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 121%. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest optical fiber cables supplier to Iraq, accounting for a 49% share of total imports. Moreover, optical fiber cables imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), threefold. The United Arab Emirates (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +14.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (-9.6% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (+18.8% per year).

In value terms, China ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Turkey ($X) were the largest optical fiber cables suppliers to Iraq, together comprising 70% of total imports. Pakistan, South Korea, Germany, the United States and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.

Pakistan, with a CAGR of +43.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 optical fiber cables import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 6.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a pronounced decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 18%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+3.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for optical fiber cables in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Brazil, together comprising 28% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Mexico, Indonesia, Kuwait, Russia, the Philippines, Germany, Canada, Turkey, the UK and France, which together accounted for a further 37%.

What are the largest producers of optical fiber cables in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of optical fiber cables production, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, optical fiber cables production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Mexico ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of optical fiber cables to Iraq?

In value terms, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and China appeared to be the largest optical fiber cables suppliers to Iraq, with a combined 69% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of optical fiber cables from Iraq?

In value terms, the Netherlands remains the key foreign market for optical fiber cables exports from Iraq.

What is the average export price for optical fiber cables in Iraq?

The average optical fiber cables export price stood at $165,750 per ton in 2021, waning by -23.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for optical fiber cables in Iraq?

In 2021, the average optical fiber cables import price amounted to $8,069 per ton, increasing by 2.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the optical fiber cables 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.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 27311100 - Optical fibre cables made up of individually sheathed fibres whether or not assembled with electric conductors or fitted with connectors

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

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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
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
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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