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Saudi Arabia: Bigeye Tuna Market 2022

Bigeye Tuna Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi bigeye tuna market amounted to $X in 2019, flattening at the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

Bigeye Tuna Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2020, approx. X kg of bigeye tuna were exported from Saudi Arabia; remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, exports posted significant growth. Exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bigeye tuna exports stood at $X in 2020. Overall, exports saw a significant increase. Exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Ecuador (X tons) was the main destination for bigeye tuna exports from Saudi Arabia, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2014, the average annual growth rate of volume to Ecuador was relatively modest.

From 2007 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Ecuador was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average bigeye tuna export price stood at $X per ton in 2014, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt descent. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2014, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

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

From 2007 to 2014, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ecuador amounted to X% per year.

Bigeye Tuna Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2020, supplies from abroad of bigeye tuna decreased by X% to X kg for the first time since 2017, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bigeye tuna imports amounted to $X in 2020. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2017, Japan (X tons) was the main supplier of bigeye tuna to Saudi Arabia, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of volume from Japan was relatively modest.

In value terms, Japan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bigeye tuna to Saudi Arabia.

From 2007 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Japan was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2017, the average bigeye tuna import price amounted to $X per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2017 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Japan.

From 2007 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Japan amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bigeye tuna in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bigeye tuna consumption in 2020 were Japan, Taiwan Chinese) and Thailand, together accounting for 63% of global consumption. These countries were followed by China, South Korea, Ecuador, France and Mauritius, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What are the largest producers of bigeye tuna in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bigeye tuna production in 2020 were Taiwan Chinese), China and South Korea, with a combined 69% share of global production. These countries were followed by France, Ecuador, Panama, Indonesia, Oman and Singapore, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What are the leading suppliers of bigeye tuna to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Japan constituted the largest supplier of bigeye tuna to Saudi Arabia.

What is the average export price for bigeye tuna in Saudi Arabia?

In 2014, the average bigeye tuna export price amounted to $1,703 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for bigeye tuna in Saudi Arabia?

The average bigeye tuna import price stood at $27,125 per ton in 2017, flattening at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bigeye tuna market in Saudi Arabia. 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:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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