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Portugal: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Portugal

The Portuguese lignite market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a slight descent. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Production in Portugal

In value terms, lignite production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2018, the amount of lignites exported from Portugal reduced sharply to X tons, falling by -41.2% against 2017 figures. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lignite exports fell notably to $X in 2018. Overall, exports showed a sharp curtailment. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Hungary (X tons) was the main destination for lignite exports from Portugal, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual growth rate of volume to Hungary totaled +157.4%.

In value terms, Hungary ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lignites exports from Portugal.

From 2012 to 2018, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Hungary amounted to +145.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average lignite export price stood at $X per ton in 2018, dropping by -2.3% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a sharp descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 40%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2018, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2018, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Hungary amounted to -4.4% per year.

Lignite Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2019, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in supplies from abroad of lignites, when their volume increased by 7,103% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a pronounced slump. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lignite imports surged to $X in 2019. Overall, imports recorded buoyant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Spain (X tons) was the main supplier of lignite to Portugal, accounting for a 100% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands (X kg), with a 0.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain was relatively modest.

In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to Portugal, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 0.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average lignite import price stood at $X per ton in 2019, increasing by 31% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 135%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2019, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2019, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (-12.2%).

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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 comprising 43% of global consumption. 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 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 Portugal?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of lignite to Portugal, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 7.6% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lignite from Portugal?

In value terms, France $466) remains the key foreign market for lignite exports from Portugal.

What is the average export price for lignite in Portugal?

In 2019, the average lignite export price amounted to $96 per ton, jumping by 45% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in Portugal?

In 2019, the average lignite import price amounted to $413 per ton, picking up by 2.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in Portugal. 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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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Portugal
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 2012–2023
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