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Saudi Arabia: Frozen Catfish Market 2022

Frozen Catfish Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi frozen catfish market reduced notably to $X in 2020, dropping by -X% against 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). Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Frozen catfish consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Catfish Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2020, the amount of frozen catfish exported from Saudi Arabia amounted to X tons, standing approx. at the year before. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. Over the period under review, exports attained the maximum in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, frozen catfish exports totaled $X in 2020. In general, exports enjoyed a significant increase. Over the period under review, exports attained the maximum in 2020 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Malaysia (X tons) was the main destination for frozen catfish exports from Saudi Arabia, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, frozen catfish exports to Malaysia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), ninefold.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Malaysia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and Thailand (X% per year).

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Malaysia was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Thailand (X% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen catfish export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed a buoyant increase. Over the period under review, average export prices reached the peak figure in 2020 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates, while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Frozen Catfish Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2020, approx. X tons of frozen catfish were imported into Saudi Arabia; waning by -X% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, frozen catfish imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

Malaysia (X tons), Myanmar (X tons) and Bangladesh (X tons) were the main suppliers of frozen catfish imports to Saudi Arabia, together accounting for X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Malaysia (+X% per year), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X), Bangladesh ($X) and Myanmar ($X) constituted the largest frozen catfish suppliers to Saudi Arabia, together accounting for X% of total imports.

Malaysia (+X% per year) saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average frozen catfish import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2020 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Bangladesh ($X per ton), while the price for Myanmar ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bangladesh, while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of frozen catfish consumption in 2020 were Vietnam, Colombia and Thailand, together comprising 45% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Saudi Arabia, Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, Denmark, Democratic Republic of the Congo, the U.S., Qatar, China, Russia and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 30%.
The country with the largest volume of frozen catfish production was Vietnam, comprising approx. 75% of total volume. Moreover, frozen catfish production in Vietnam exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 5.4% share.
In value terms, the largest frozen catfish suppliers to Saudi Arabia were Malaysia, Bangladesh and Myanmar, together accounting for 84% of total imports.
The average frozen catfish export price stood at $1,648 per ton in 2020, remaining stable against the previous year.
In 2020, the average frozen catfish import price amounted to $1,859 per ton, growing by 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen catfish 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.

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    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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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    2. 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. 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
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      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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    5. 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
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      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Import Supplying Countries

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Destinations for Exports

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 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
    12. 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

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