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Northern America: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Northern America

The North American lignite market fell to $X in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. In general, consumption showed a pronounced slump. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Production in Northern America

In value terms, lignite production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a perceptible contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 36%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports in Northern America

In 2022, overseas shipments of lignites decreased by -31.3% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, exports saw a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 39% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lignite exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 18% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Canada was the major exporter of lignites in Northern America, with the volume of exports accounting for X tons, which was near 72% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by the United States (X tons), creating a 28% share of total exports.

Canada was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lignites exports, with a CAGR of -5.2% from 2012 to 2022. The United States (-7.9%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Canada (+6.2 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of the United States (-6.2 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the largest lignite supplying countries in Northern America were the United States ($X) and Canada ($X).

Canada, with a CAGR of -6.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Canada stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+1.1%).

Lignite Imports

Imports in Northern America

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in supplies from abroad of lignites, when their volume decreased by -2.9% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 39% against the previous year. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lignite imports fell to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a perceptible contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United States prevails in imports structure, finishing at X tons, which was near 97% of total imports in 2022. Canada (X tons) held a relatively small share of total imports.

The United States was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lignites imports, with a CAGR of -2.4% from 2012 to 2022. Canada (-12.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The United States (+5.1 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Canada saw its share reduced by -5.1% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lignites in Northern America, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 13% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United States stood at -4.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -3.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 11%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the United States totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+23.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lignite in Northern America?

The country with the largest volume of lignite consumption was the United States, accounting for 89% of total volume. Moreover, lignite consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada, eightfold.

What are the largest producers of lignite in Northern America?

The country with the largest volume of lignite production was the United States, comprising approx. 89% of total volume. Moreover, lignite production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, eightfold.

What are the leading suppliers of lignite in Northern America?

In value terms, Canada and the United States constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021.

What are the leading importers of lignite in Northern America?

In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported lignites in Northern America, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 15% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for lignite in Northern America?

The export price in Northern America stood at $178 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in Northern America?

In 2021, the import price in Northern America amounted to $133 per ton, surging by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in Northern America. 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:

Country coverage:

Bermuda
Canada
Greenland
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Northern America, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Northern America
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bermuda
- Canada
- Greenland
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- United States
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
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