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Kuwait: Market for Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies 2025

Market Size for Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies in Kuwait

In 2021, the Kuwaiti fresh or chilled anchovies market decreased by -35.9% to $X, falling for the fourth year in a row after four years of growth. Overall, consumption, however, recorded significant growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies

Exports from Kuwait

In 2021, approx. less than X kg of fresh or chilled anchovieses were exported from Kuwait; flattening at the year before. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, fresh or chilled anchovies exports stood at less than $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports of Fresh Or Chilled Anchovies

Imports into Kuwait

In 2021, overseas purchases of fresh or chilled anchovieses decreased by -37% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after six years of growth. In general, imports, however, showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 646%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fresh or chilled anchovies imports rose to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 465%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Myanmar (X tons) constituted the largest fresh or chilled anchovies supplier to Kuwait, with a 78% share of total imports. Moreover, fresh or chilled anchovies imports from Myanmar exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X kg), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Vietnam (X kg), with a 5.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Myanmar stood at +61.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+55.1% per year) and Vietnam (-7.9% per year).

In value terms, Myanmar ($X) constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled anchovieses to Kuwait, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Vietnam, with a 7.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Myanmar totaled +31.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+35.0% per year) and Vietnam (+106.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average fresh or chilled anchovies import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 64% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, faced a abrupt curtailment. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, 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 India ($X per ton), while the price for Myanmar ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+124.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for fresh or chilled anchovies in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Oman, Morocco and Georgia, together comprising 54% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Italy, Peru, Croatia, Spain, Turkey, Greece, the United Arab Emirates and Germany, which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the largest producers of fresh or chilled anchovies in the world?

Oman constituted the country with the largest volume of fresh or chilled anchovies production, accounting for 52% of total volume. Moreover, fresh or chilled anchovies production in Oman exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Portugal, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Georgia, with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fresh or chilled anchovies to Kuwait?

In value terms, Myanmar constituted the largest supplier of fresh or chilled anchovies to Kuwait.

What is the average import price for fresh or chilled anchovies in Kuwait?

In 2021, the average fresh or chilled anchovies import price amounted to $132,571 per ton, rising by 3,305% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for fresh or chilled anchovies in Kuwait. 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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Kuwait

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kuwait
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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024