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Kenya: Worked Slate Market 2024

Worked Slate Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan worked slate market contracted sharply to $X in 2022, falling by -20.4% 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 faced a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Worked Slate Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, shipments abroad of worked slate was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports posted a strong increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, worked slate exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a modest expansion. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X tons) was the main destination for worked slate exports from Kenya, with a 82% share of total exports. Moreover, worked slate exports to Uganda exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Tanzania (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Uganda stood at +9.3%.

In value terms, Tanzania ($X) and Uganda ($X) constituted the largest markets for worked slate exported from Kenya worldwide.

Tanzania, with a CAGR of +2.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average worked slate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -65.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 165% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Tanzania ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Uganda totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Sudan (+91.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Worked Slate Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, worked slate imports into Kenya declined to X tons, dropping by -14.5% against 2021 figures. Overall, imports showed a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 41%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, worked slate imports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 67%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), China (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) were the main suppliers of worked slate imports to Kenya, with a combined 88% share of total imports. Spain and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 9.6%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +0.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest worked slate suppliers to Kenya were China ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Brazil ($X), together comprising 81% of total imports. Spain and Tanzania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 16%.

Among the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +13.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average worked slate import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -6.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 35% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 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 Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Tanzania ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+13.4%), 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 worked slate in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 45% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of worked slate in the world?

China remains the largest worked slate producing country worldwide, accounting for 28% of total volume. Moreover, worked slate production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of worked slate to Kenya?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil and China constituted the largest worked slate suppliers to Kenya, with a combined 79% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of worked slate from Kenya?

In value terms, Rwanda $516) emerged as the key foreign market for worked slate exports from Kenya, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uganda $115), with a 15% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for worked slate in Kenya?

In 2021, the average worked slate export price amounted to $897 per ton, with a decrease of -50% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for worked slate in Kenya?

In 2021, the average worked slate import price amounted to $641 per ton, rising by 12% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the worked slate market in Kenya. 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 23701280 - Worked slate and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate

Country coverage:

Kenya

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kenya
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