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Middle East: Slate Market 2024

Slate Market Size in the Middle East

In 2021, the Middle Eastern slate market decreased by -6.4% to $X for the first time since 2011, thus ending a nine-year rising trend. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a prominent expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Slate Production in the Middle East

In value terms, slate production shrank to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Slate Exports

Exports in the Middle East

In 2021, overseas shipments of slate increased by 50% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, exports recorded a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 312%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, slate exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 145% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) represented roughly 99% of total exports in 2021.

Turkey was also the fastest-growing in terms of the slate exports, with a CAGR of +14.5% from 2012 to 2021. While the share of Turkey (+4.1 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) also remains the largest slate supplier in the Middle East.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Turkey amounted to +9.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in the Middle East amounted to $X per ton, rising by 4.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 69% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to -4.1% per year.

Slate Imports

Imports in the Middle East

In 2021, supplies from abroad of slate increased by 0.6% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, imports, however, showed a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 61%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, slate imports shrank to $X in 2021. In general, imports continue to indicate a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 53% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), distantly followed by Israel (X tons), Bahrain (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Iraq (X tons) and Qatar (X tons) represented the major importers of slate, together committing 96% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Iraq (with a CAGR of +39.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported slate in the Middle East, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Israel ($X), with a 21% share of total imports. It was followed by Bahrain, with a 5.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United Arab Emirates stood at +15.9%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Israel (+7.5% per year) and Bahrain (+1.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in the Middle East amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -10.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the import price increased by 52%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Bahrain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+14.3%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Iran constituted the country with the largest volume of slate consumption, accounting for 56% of total volume. Moreover, slate consumption in Iran exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Syrian Arab Republic, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Yemen, with a 13% share.
Iran remains the largest slate producing country in the Middle East, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, slate production in Iran exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Syrian Arab Republic, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Yemen, with a 13% share.
In value terms, Turkey remains the largest slate supplier in the Middle East, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Israel, with a 7.4% share of total exports.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Israel constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 85% of total imports. Iraq, Bahrain, Qatar and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 13%.
In 2021, the e in the Middle East amounted to $147 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.
The import price in the Middle East stood at $240 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slate market in the Middle East. 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 08114000 - Slate, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in the Middle East, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the Middle East
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

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  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Bahrain
    • Iran
    • Iraq
    • Israel
    • Jordan
    • Kuwait
    • Lebanon
    • Oman
    • Palestine
    • Qatar
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Syrian Arab Republic
    • Turkey
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Yemen

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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