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Pakistan: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Pakistan

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in the Pakistani lignite market, when its value decreased by -25% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, posted a significant expansion. Lignite consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

Lignite Production in Pakistan

In value terms, lignite production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a noticeable decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the production volume increased by 34% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2022, shipments abroad of lignites decreased by -13.5% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 1,842% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, lignite exports fell dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 1,642%. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons) was the main destination for lignite exports from Pakistan, accounting for a 62% share of total exports. Moreover, lignite exports to Malaysia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Malaysia stood at +53.7%.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) remains the key foreign market for lignites exports from Pakistan, comprising 38% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 2.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Malaysia amounted to +37.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average lignite export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -5.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 32% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (-10.5%).

Lignite Imports

Imports into Pakistan

After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of lignites decreased by -25% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 38,491%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then fell markedly in the following year.

In value terms, lignite imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, posted significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 16,417% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then declined notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest lignite supplier to Pakistan, with a 36% share of total imports. It was followed by Uzbekistan (X tons), with a 1.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Indonesia stood at +37.4%.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to Pakistan, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uzbekistan ($X), with a 1.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Indonesia totaled +45.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average lignite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, the import price saw mild growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 66% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($X per ton), while the price for Uzbekistan totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+5.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, China and Turkey, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Lao People's Democratic Republic, which together accounted for a further 46%.

What are the largest producers of lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, Indonesia and Turkey, with a combined 42% share of global production. Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Lao People's Democratic Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of lignite to Pakistan?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of lignite to Pakistan.

What are the leading importers of lignite from Pakistan?

In value terms, Malaysia remains the key foreign market for lignite exports from Pakistan, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for lignite in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average lignite export price amounted to $103 per ton, growing by 15% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in Pakistan?

The average lignite import price stood at $531 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 19% against the previous year.

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

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Pakistan
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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
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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