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Rare Earth Metal Market Size in Southern Asia
The South Asian rare earth metal market declined modestly to $X in 2021, which is down by -2.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Rare Earth Metal Production in Southern Asia
In value terms, rare earth metal production declined dramatically to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 99% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.
Rare Earth Metal Exports
Exports in Southern Asia
For the third consecutive year, Southern Asia recorded decline in shipments abroad of rare earth metals, which decreased by -14.3% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 366% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, rare earth metal exports declined to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 191% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
The biggest shipments were from India (X tons), together resulting at 99% of total export.
India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the rare earth metals exports, with a CAGR of +1.2% from 2012 to 2021. India (+17 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, India ($X) also remains the largest rare earth metal supplier in Southern Asia.
In India, rare earth metal exports declined by an average annual rate of -12.3% over the period from 2012-2021.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 163%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
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 -13.4% per year.
Rare Earth Metal Imports
Imports in Southern Asia
In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of rare earth metals, when their volume increased by 90% to X tons. Total imports indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, rare earth metal imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a noticeable curtailment. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
The countries with the highest levels of rare earth metal imports in 2021 were India (X tons), together reaching 99.9% of total import.
India was also the fastest-growing in terms of the rare earth metals imports, with a CAGR of +1.4% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, India ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported rare earth metals in Southern Asia.
In India, rare earth metal imports plunged by an average annual rate of -4.9% over the period from 2012-2021.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Southern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 3.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 34% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.
As there is only one major supplying country, 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 -6.2% per year.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the rare earth metal 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:
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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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
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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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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 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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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
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- India
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- Nepal
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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
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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
- 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, 2012–2024
- 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
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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