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Philippines: Marble And Travertine Market 2022

Marble And Travertine Market Size in the Philippines

After nine years of growth, the Philippine marble and travertine market decreased by -2.4% to $X in 2021. In general, the total consumption indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption increased by +117.0% against 2012 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

Marble And Travertine Production in the Philippines

In value terms, marble and travertine production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 77% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then reduced in the following year.

Marble And Travertine Exports

Exports from the Philippines

In 2021, the amount of marble and travertine exported from the Philippines declined notably to X tons, reducing by -88.2% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports showed a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 77% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, marble and travertine exports dropped dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a precipitous descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 98%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for marble and travertine exports from the Philippines, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to China stood at -29.6%.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the key foreign market for marble and travertine exports from the Philippines.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China amounted to -30.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average marble and travertine export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -14.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 13%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to -0.5% per year.

Marble And Travertine Imports

Imports into the Philippines

In 2021, approx. X tons of marble and travertine were imported into the Philippines; picking up by 792% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports, however, showed a precipitous contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 27,961%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, marble and travertine imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 25,971% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Japan (X tons), China (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X kg) were the main suppliers of marble and travertine imports to the Philippines.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Japan (with a CAGR of +147.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Japan ($X), China ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) constituted the largest marble and travertine suppliers to the Philippines, together comprising 99.9% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Japan, with a CAGR of +84.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average marble and travertine import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -40.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, posted a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 383%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the price for Japan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+55.4%), 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 marble and travertine in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Italy and the United States, together comprising 40% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Pakistan, Russia, Indonesia, Romania, Mexico, Egypt, Turkey, Iran and France, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the largest producers of marble and travertine in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Italy, China and Turkey, with a combined 34% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of marble and travertine to the Philippines?

In value terms, the largest marble and travertine suppliers to the Philippines were Japan and China.

What are the leading importers of marble and travertine from the Philippines?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for marble and travertine exports from the Philippines.

What is the average export price for marble and travertine in the Philippines?

The average marble and travertine export price stood at $138 per ton in 2021, rising by 29% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for marble and travertine in the Philippines?

In 2021, the average marble and travertine import price amounted to $410 per ton, declining by -6.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the marble and travertine market in the Philippines. 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 08111133 - Marble and travertine, crude or roughly trimmed
Prodcom 08111136 - Marble and travertine merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs
Prodcom 08111150 - Ecaussine and other calcareous monumental or building stone of an apparent specific gravity . 2,5

Country coverage:

Philippines

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Philippines
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
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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