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Kuwait - Nickel (Unwrought) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Kuwait: Nickel Market 2024

Nickel Market Size in Kuwait

The Kuwaiti nickel market contracted slightly to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -3.6% against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -10.0% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Nickel Production in Kuwait

In value terms, nickel production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -12.4% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 34% against the previous year. Nickel production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Nickel Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2015, overseas shipments of nickel (unwrought) decreased by 0% to X kg for the first time since 2012, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp decrease. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2013. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2015, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, nickel exports stood at $X in 2015. In general, exports saw a dramatic decrease. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2013. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2015, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for nickel exports from Kuwait, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2015, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2015, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Netherlands was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average nickel export price stood at $X per ton in 2015, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price decreased by 99.9% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2015 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2015, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to 0.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for nickel (unwrought) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Russia, together accounting for 32% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Nigeria, Turkey, Japan, the UK, South Korea, France, Poland, Sudan and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 29%.

What are the largest producers of nickel (unwrought) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, Russia and China, together comprising 27% of global production. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Nigeria, Australia, Turkey, Canada, the UK, Japan, Norway, Poland and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of nickel (unwrought) to Kuwait?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of nickel to Kuwait, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 1.3% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for nickel (unwrought) in Kuwait?

The average nickel export price stood at $25,000 per ton in 2015, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for nickel (unwrought) in Kuwait?

In 2021, the average nickel import price amounted to $18,348 per ton, surging by 442% against the previous year.

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

Product coverage:

Prodcom 24451100 - Nickel, unwrought
Prodcom 24451110 -
Prodcom 24451120 -

Country coverage:

Kuwait

Data coverage:

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 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