
South-Eastern Asia - U-Sections of Non-Alloy Steel - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Market Size in South-Eastern Asia
In 2022, the Southeast Asian non-alloy steel u-section market increased by 3.4% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Production in South-Eastern Asia
In value terms, non-alloy steel u-section production dropped slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 24% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Exports
Exports in South-Eastern Asia
In 2022, shipments abroad of u-sections of non-alloy steel increased by 35% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports saw modest growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 102% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.
In value terms, non-alloy steel u-section exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports enjoyed a measured expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 133% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
Thailand represented the largest exporter of u-sections of non-alloy steel in South-Eastern Asia, with the volume of exports resulting at X tons, which was near 55% of total exports in 2022. Singapore (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a 32% share, followed by Malaysia (12%). Vietnam (X tons) held a little share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Malaysia (with a CAGR of +7.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest non-alloy steel u-section supplying countries in South-Eastern Asia were Thailand ($X), Singapore ($X) and Malaysia ($X), with a combined 99% share of total exports.
Singapore, with a CAGR of +5.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 5.7% against the previous year. Export price indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, non-alloy steel u-section export price increased by +46.6% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 39%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (+2.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Imports
Imports in South-Eastern Asia
In 2022, purchases abroad of u-sections of non-alloy steel was finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Total imports indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 44%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, non-alloy steel u-section imports rose sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a moderate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 49% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.
Imports by Country
Malaysia (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) represented the key importers of u-sections of non-alloy steel in 2022, amounting to near 37% and 35% of total imports, respectively. It was distantly followed by the Philippines (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons), together constituting a 22% share of total imports. Indonesia (X tons) and Myanmar (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by the Philippines (with a CAGR of +31.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest non-alloy steel u-section importing markets in South-Eastern Asia were Singapore ($X), Malaysia ($X) and the Philippines ($X), together accounting for 87% of total imports.
In terms of the main importing countries, the Philippines, with a CAGR of +30.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 34% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (+2.5%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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Product coverage:
- Prodcom 24107110 - U-sections of a web height of .80 mm or more (of non-alloy steel)
Country coverage:
- Brunei Darussalam
- Cambodia
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Myanmar
- Philippines
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- Vietnam
- Lao People's Democratic Republic
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in South-Eastern Asia, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in South-Eastern Asia
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
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8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
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- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
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- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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