Southern Asia: Unwrought Lead Market 2021

Unwrought Lead Market Size in Southern Asia

In 2020, the South Asian unwrought lead market increased by X% to $X, rising for the fifth year in a row after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2020 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Unwrought Lead Production in Southern Asia

In value terms, unwrought lead production totaled $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2020; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level in 2020 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Production By Country in Southern Asia

The countries with the highest volumes of unwrought lead production in 2020 were India (X tons), Bangladesh (X tons) and Pakistan (X tons), with a combined X% share of total production.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of unwrought lead production, amongst the leading producing countries, was attained by Bangladesh, while unwrought lead production for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Unwrought Lead Exports

Exports in Southern Asia

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of unwrought lead decreased by -X% to X tons in 2020. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2012 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2019, and then contracted modestly in the following year.

In value terms, unwrought lead exports fell to $X in 2020. Overall, exports, however, saw resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2012 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, exports reached the maximum at $X in 2019, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

India was the largest exporter of unwrought lead in Southern Asia, with the volume of exports accounting for X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2020. Bangladesh (X tons) held a X% share (based on tons) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Sri Lanka (X%).

From 2007 to 2020, average annual rates of growth with regard to unwrought lead exports from India stood at +X%. At the same time, Bangladesh (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Bangladesh emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Southern Asia, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2020. By contrast, Sri Lanka (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of India (+X p.p.) and Bangladesh (+X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2007-2020, the share of Sri Lanka (-X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, India ($X) remains the largest unwrought lead supplier in Southern Asia, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bangladesh ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In India, unwrought lead exports increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007-2020. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Bangladesh (+X% per year) and Sri Lanka (-X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the unwrought lead export price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, declining by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Bangladesh ($X per ton), while Sri Lanka ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bangladesh, while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Unwrought Lead Imports

Imports in Southern Asia

Unwrought lead imports was estimated at X tons in 2020, surging by X% against the previous year's figure. Total imports indicated a prominent expansion from 2007 to 2020: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2020 figures, imports decreased by -X% against 2018 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 with an increase of X% y-o-y. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, unwrought lead imports declined modestly to $X in 2020. Total imports indicated a moderate increase from 2007 to 2020: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2020 figures, imports decreased by -X% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. The level of import peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

India dominates unwrought lead imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2020. Bangladesh (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2020, average annual rates of growth with regard to unwrought lead imports into India stood at +X%. At the same time, Bangladesh (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Bangladesh emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Southern Asia, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2020. While the share of Bangladesh (+X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, India ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported unwrought lead in Southern Asia, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Bangladesh ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in India totaled +X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the unwrought lead import price in Southern Asia amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a mild decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was Bangladesh ($X per ton), while India stood at $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Bangladesh.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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