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Kuwait - Video Game Consoles (Not Operated by Means of Payments) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Kuwait: Video Game Console Market 2024

Video Game Console Exports

Exports from Kuwait

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments), when their volume decreased by -73.2% to X units. Overall, exports saw a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 513% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

In value terms, video game console exports shrank rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 302%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X units) was the main destination for video game console exports from Kuwait, with a 64% share of total exports. Moreover, video game console exports to Qatar exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Egypt (X units), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates (X units), with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Qatar stood at -4.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Egypt (-35.2% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-14.3% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for video game console exported from Kuwait were Egypt ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Qatar ($X), together accounting for 99% of total exports.

Egypt, 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, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average video game console export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, picking up by 194% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted measured growth. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Qatar ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Egypt (+50.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Video Game Console Imports

Imports into Kuwait

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) decreased by -34.8% to X units in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 91%. Imports peaked at X units in 2021, and then declined notably in the following year.

In value terms, video game console imports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 161%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

Imports by Country

China (X units), the United States (X units) and Vietnam (X units) were the main suppliers of video game console imports to Kuwait, together accounting for 61% of total imports. Japan, the UK, France, Saudi Arabia, Portugal, Taiwan (Chinese), Australia and Austria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Saudi Arabia (with a CAGR of +67.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), the United States ($X) and Japan ($X) appeared to be the largest video game console suppliers to Kuwait, with a combined 58% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Vietnam, the UK, France, Taiwan (Chinese), Saudi Arabia, Portugal, Australia and Austria, which together accounted for a further 32%.

Portugal, with a CAGR of +80.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average video game console import price amounted to $X per unit, jumping by 38% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +9.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per unit), while the price for Austria ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (+18.8%), 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 video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Japan, together accounting for 84% of global consumption. The UK and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 4.1%.

What are the largest producers of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of video game console production was China, accounting for 87% of total volume. Moreover, video game console production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, sevenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) to Kuwait?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of video game console to Kuwait.

What are the leading importers of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) from Kuwait?

In value terms, the largest markets for video game console exported from Kuwait were the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia $117), together accounting for 90% of total exports. These countries were followed by France, Canada, Poland, Iran and Spain, which together accounted for a further 2.8%.

What is the average export price for video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) in Kuwait?

The average video game console export price stood at $159 per unit in 2021, reducing by -54.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) in Kuwait?

The average video game console import price stood at $281 per unit in 2021, declining by -4.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the video game console 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 26406050 - Video game consoles (not operated by means of payments)

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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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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
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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
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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