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Aluminum Market Size in Southern Asia
In 2021, the South Asian aluminum market decreased by -22.8% to $X, falling for the third year in a row after five years of growth. Overall, consumption showed a noticeable setback. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Aluminum Production in Southern Asia
In value terms, aluminum production rose to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 43% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.
Aluminum Exports
Exports in Southern Asia
Aluminum exports surged to X tons in 2021, increasing by 25% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 40% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
In value terms, aluminum exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports posted a significant expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
The biggest shipments were from India (X tons), together amounting to 99% of total export.
India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the aluminum exports, with a CAGR of +26.9% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, India ($X) also remains the largest aluminum supplier in Southern Asia.
In India, aluminum exports increased at an average annual rate of +29.4% over the period from 2012-2021.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 43% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for India.
From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +2.0% per year.
Aluminum Imports
Imports in Southern Asia
In 2021, supplies from abroad of aluminum increased by 8.8% to X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, aluminum imports soared to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The level of import peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
India represented the largest importing country with an import of around X tons, which accounted for 60% of total imports. Bangladesh (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Pakistan (X tons). All these countries together took approx. 34% share of total imports. Sri Lanka (X tons) and Nepal (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Imports into India decreased at an average annual rate of -2.1% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Bangladesh (+10.8%), Nepal (+9.6%), Pakistan (+3.1%) and Sri Lanka (+2.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Bangladesh emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Southern Asia, with a CAGR of +10.8% from 2012-2021. While the share of Bangladesh (+16 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of India (-18.8 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, India ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported aluminum in Southern Asia, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bangladesh ($X), with a 27% share of total imports. It was followed by Pakistan, with a 6.6% share.
In India, aluminum imports decreased by an average annual rate of -1.0% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Bangladesh (+12.0% per year) and Pakistan (+3.6% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2021, the import price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 35% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.0%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Nepal ($X per ton) and Pakistan ($X per ton), while Bangladesh ($X per ton) and Sri Lanka ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nepal (+3.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminum market in Southern Asia. 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 24421130 - Unwrought non-alloy aluminium (excluding powders and flakes)
- Prodcom 24421154 - Unwrought aluminium alloys (excluding aluminium powders and flakes)
Country coverage:
- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Southern Asia, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Southern Asia
- 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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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- India
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- 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, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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