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Sweden: Slate Market 2024

Slate Market Size in Sweden

The Swedish slate market dropped to $X in 2021, declining by -5.3% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Slate consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Slate Production in Sweden

In value terms, slate production dropped slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a perceptible curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 8.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Slate Exports

Exports from Sweden

Slate exports from Sweden soared to X tons in 2021, jumping by 146% compared with 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, slate exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Norway (X tons) was the main destination for slate exports from Sweden, accounting for a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by Finland (X tons), with a 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Norway amounted to +7.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Finland (-53.3% per year) and Denmark (-59.8% per year).

In value terms, Norway ($X) remains the key foreign market for slate exports from Sweden, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Finland ($X), with a 0.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Norway amounted to +9.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Finland (-47.3% per year) and Denmark (-59.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slate export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -21.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 34% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Denmark ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Norway ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Finland (+12.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Slate Imports

Imports into Sweden

For the fifth year in a row, Sweden recorded growth in purchases abroad of slate, which increased by 71% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports recorded resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 74%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, slate imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a strong increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 84%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Norway (X tons), France (X tons) and Poland (X tons) were the main suppliers of slate imports to Sweden, together comprising 82% of total imports. These countries were followed by India, China, Finland, Turkey and the UK, which together accounted for a further 16%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of +123.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest slate suppliers to Sweden were Norway ($X), France ($X) and India ($X), with a combined 76% share of total imports. China, Poland, Finland, Turkey and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 21%.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +105.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average slate import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -20.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 21%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Poland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Finland (+4.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for slate in the world?

Sudan constituted the country with the largest volume of slate consumption, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate consumption in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, more than tenfold.

What are the largest producers of slate in the world?

Sudan constituted the country with the largest volume of slate production, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate production in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, more than tenfold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slate to Sweden?

In value terms, Norway, France and India appeared to be the largest slate suppliers to Sweden, with a combined 76% share of total imports. These countries were followed by China, Poland, Finland and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What are the leading importers of slate from Sweden?

In value terms, Norway remains the key foreign market for slate exports from Sweden.

What is the average export price for slate in Sweden?

In 2021, the average slate export price amounted to $382 per ton, surging by 53% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slate in Sweden?

The average slate import price stood at $347 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -25.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slate market in Sweden. 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 08114000 - Slate, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

Country coverage:

Sweden

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sweden
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
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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