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Saudi Arabia - Letter Cards, Plain Postcards and Correspondence Cards - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Saudi Arabia: Plain Postcard Market 2024

Plain Postcard Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi plain postcard market declined to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -5.9% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed strong growth. Plain postcard consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Plain Postcard Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, plain postcard production shrank slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 76%. Plain postcard production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Plain Postcard Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

Plain postcard exports from Saudi Arabia surged to X tons in 2021, picking up by 39% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 886% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, plain postcard exports dropped to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate resilient growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 608% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) was the main destination for plain postcard exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 90% share of total exports. Moreover, plain postcard exports to Oman exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Oman amounted to +66.0%.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Oman ($X), with a 30% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United Arab Emirates stood at +22.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average plain postcard export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -30.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 1,734% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Oman stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+2.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Plain Postcard Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

Plain postcard imports into Saudi Arabia soared to X tons in 2013, rising by 114% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, plain postcard imports reduced to $X in 2013. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012, and then fell in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2013, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest plain postcard supplier to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. 73% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2013, the average annual growth rate of volume from Indonesia totaled +69.3%.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2013, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Indonesia stood at +53.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2013, the average plain postcard import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -56.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a precipitous decline. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012, and then fell significantly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2013, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to -63.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of plain postcard consumption, comprising approx. 17% of total volume. Moreover, plain postcard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the Netherlands, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.3% share.

What are the largest producers of letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards in the world?

The country with the largest volume of plain postcard production was China, accounting for 21% of total volume. Moreover, plain postcard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Netherlands, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of plain postcard to Saudi Arabia.

What are the leading importers of letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Kuwait remains the key foreign market for plain postcard exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 33% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards in Saudi Arabia?

In 2020, the average plain postcard export price amounted to $66,109 per ton, surging by 71% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plain postcard 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 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 17231250 - Letter cards, plain postcards and correspondence cards of paper or paperboard

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

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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