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Saudi Arabia: Worked Slate Market 2024

Worked Slate Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi worked slate market expanded modestly to $X in 2022, picking up by 3.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, posted prominent growth. Worked slate consumption peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Worked Slate Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, worked slate production expanded notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 382% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Worked Slate Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

After four years of decline, shipments abroad of worked slate increased by 1,363% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, faced a sharp decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 3,229%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, worked slate exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 1,831%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X tons) was the main destination for worked slate exports from Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Bahrain stood at +8.3%.

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) also remains the key foreign market for worked slate exports from Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bahrain totaled +8.9%.

Export Prices by Country

The average worked slate export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, the export price, however, posted a tangible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 59%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined slightly in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bahrain amounted to +0.6% per year.

Worked Slate Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

Worked slate imports into Saudi Arabia totaled X tons in 2017, stabilizing at 2016 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a deep setback. The smallest decline of -4% was in 2015. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2017, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, worked slate imports totaled $X in 2017. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The smallest decline of -3.7% was in 2013. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2017, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2017, China (X tons) was the main supplier of worked slate to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. 92% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled -2.5%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of worked slate to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at -3.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The average worked slate import price stood at $X per ton in 2017, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a temperate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 4.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2017 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for China amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+7.8%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for worked slate in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 45% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of worked slate in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of worked slate production, accounting for 28% of total volume. Moreover, worked slate production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of worked slate to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of worked slate to Saudi Arabia, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 25% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of worked slate from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the key foreign market for worked slate exports from Saudi Arabia.

What is the average export price for worked slate in Saudi Arabia?

In 2021, the average worked slate export price amounted to $242 per ton, dropping by -4.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for worked slate in Saudi Arabia?

The average worked slate import price stood at $408 per ton in 2021, which is down by -13.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the worked slate 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 23701280 - Worked slate and articles of slate or of agglomerated slate

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
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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