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Pakistan: Slate Market 2024

Slate Market Size in Pakistan

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Pakistani slate market, when its value decreased by -5.9% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a remarkable increase. Slate consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

Slate Production in Pakistan

In value terms, slate production shrank to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 190% against the previous year. Slate production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Slate Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2021, the amount of slate exported from Pakistan skyrocketed to X tons, rising by 727% compared with 2020 figures. In general, exports, however, faced a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 15,064%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, slate exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate measured growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 9,457%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons) was the main destination for slate exports from Pakistan, with a 73% share of total exports. Moreover, slate exports to Saudi Arabia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Saudi Arabia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for slate exports from Pakistan, comprising 81% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 19% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Saudi Arabia was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slate export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 258% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a prominent increase. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (+3.0%).

Slate Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2021, slate imports into Pakistan soared to X tons, growing by 117% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 461% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, slate imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 179%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, France (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of slate to Pakistan, with a 48% share of total imports. Moreover, slate imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), tenfold.

From 2016 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from France totaled +21.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+133.0% per year) and Russia (+130.9% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of slate to Pakistan, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 5.9% share of total imports.

From 2016 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from France amounted to +21.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+130.2% per year) and Russia (+53.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slate import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 69%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2016 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (-0.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for slate in the world?

Sudan constituted the country with the largest volume of slate consumption, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate consumption in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, more than tenfold.

What are the largest producers of slate in the world?

Sudan remains the largest slate producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate production in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, more than tenfold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slate to Pakistan?

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of slate to Pakistan, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with an 8.5% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for slate in Pakistan?

In 2021, the average slate export price amounted to $83 per ton, declining by -7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slate in Pakistan?

The average slate import price stood at $201 per ton in 2021, increasing by 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slate 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.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08114000 - Slate, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
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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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. 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
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. 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 2012–2023
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