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Morocco: Postcard Market 2025

Postcard Market Size in Morocco

The Moroccan postcard market contracted remarkably to $X in 2021, falling by -56.8% 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 continues to indicate a perceptible setback. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Postcard Exports

Exports from Morocco

In 2021, postcard exports from Morocco surged to X kg, jumping by 17% on 2020. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 5,358% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, postcard exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 5,779%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

France (X kg), the United Arab Emirates (X kg) and Spain (X kg) were the main destinations of postcard exports from Morocco, together accounting for 98% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +117.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for postcard exported from Morocco were France ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Spain ($X), with a combined 98% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Spain, with a CAGR of +161.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average postcard export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 173% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible slump. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+43.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Postcard Imports

Imports into Morocco

In 2021, imports of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards into Morocco plummeted to X tons, dropping by -63.2% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 73% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, postcard imports declined markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a mild setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 97% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Turkey (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of postcard to Morocco, with a 49% share of total imports. Moreover, postcard imports from Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X kg), threefold. The Netherlands (X kg) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Turkey was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-13.7% per year) and the Netherlands (+38.7% per year).

In value terms, the largest postcard suppliers to Morocco were Turkey ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 53% share of total imports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +39.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 2021, the average postcard import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 38% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a prominent expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 86%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+28.5%), 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 printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in the world?

China remains the largest postcard consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, postcard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the UK, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 13% share.

What are the largest producers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of postcard production, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, postcard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Hong Kong SAR, more than tenfold. Mexico ranked third in terms of total production with a 5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards to Morocco?

In value terms, the largest postcard suppliers to Morocco were France, China and Spain, together comprising 99% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards from Morocco?

In value terms, the largest markets for postcard exported from Morocco were France, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Spain, together comprising 96% of total exports.

What is the average export price for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in Morocco?

In 2020, the average postcard export price amounted to $12,262 per ton, growing by 34% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards in Morocco?

The average postcard import price stood at $19,814 per ton in 2020, increasing by 147% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the postcard market in Morocco. 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:

UNCode 32520-0 - Printed or illustrated postcards and printed cards

Country coverage:

Morocco

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Morocco
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024