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Portugal: Steatite Market 2021

Steatite Market Size in Portugal

In 2019, the Portuguese steatite market decreased by -X% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption showed a perceptible decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Steatite Exports

Exports from Portugal

In 2019, approx. X tons of steatites were exported from Portugal; picking up by X% on the year before. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Exports peaked at X tons in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, steatite exports declined notably to $X in 2019. Overall, exports, however, saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at $X in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons) was the main destination for steatite exports from Portugal, accounting for a X% share of total exports. It was followed by France (X tons), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of volume to Spain stood at -X%.

In value terms, Spain ($X) remains the key foreign market for steatite exports from Portugal, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual growth rate of value to Spain was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average steatite export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, reducing by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2019, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain stood at $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France.

Steatite Imports

Imports into Portugal

In 2019, overseas purchases of steatites decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, imports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, steatite imports fell slightly to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2008; however, from 2009 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2019, France (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of steatite to Portugal, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, steatite imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Pakistan (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Spain (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from France amounted to +X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Pakistan (+X% per year) and Spain (-X% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of steatite to Portugal, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (-X% per year) and Belgium (+X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average steatite import price stood at $X per ton in 2019, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2019, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2009 when the average import price increased by X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2019, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain, 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 steatites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of steatite consumption in 2019 were China, Germany and Japan, together comprising 32% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of steatites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of steatite production in 2019 were China, Afghanistan and Finland, together comprising 65% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of steatites to Portugal?

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of steatite to Portugal, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 13% share.

What are the leading importers of steatites from Portugal?

In value terms, Spain remains the key foreign market for steatite exports from Portugal, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 4.5% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for steatites in Portugal?

The average steatite export price stood at $235 per ton in 2019, dropping by -39.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for steatites in Portugal?

In 2019, the average steatite import price amounted to $318 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the steatite 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

Portugal

Data coverage:

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