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Switzerland: Iron Ore Market 2021

Iron Ore Market Size in Switzerland

In 2019, the Swiss iron ore market decreased by -X% to $X for the first time since 2016, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2019, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Iron Ore Exports

Exports from Switzerland

Iron ore exports from Switzerland amounted to X tons in 2019, stabilizing at 2018 figures. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Exports peaked in 2019 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, iron ore exports totaled $X in 2019. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Exports peaked in 2019 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Hungary (X tons) was the main destination for iron ore exports from Switzerland, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, iron ore exports to Hungary exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Germany (X tons), twofold.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Hungary was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (X% per year) and the U.S. (X% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for iron ore exported from Switzerland were Germany ($X), Hungary ($X) and the U.S. ($X), together comprising X% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the U.S. recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average iron ore export price stood at $X per ton in 2019, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked in 2019 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2019, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Hungary ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the U.S., while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Iron Ore Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2019, supplies from abroad of iron ores increased by X% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2019, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, iron ore imports totaled $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2019, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Germany (X tons) was the main supplier of iron ore to Switzerland, accounting for a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Sweden (X tons), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany totaled +X%.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to Switzerland, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Sweden ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany amounted to +X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average iron ore import price stood at $X per ton in 2019, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when the average import price increased by X% year-to-year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2019, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per ton), while the price for Germany stood at $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iron ores in the world?

The country with the largest volume of iron ore consumption was China, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, iron ore consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, eightfold. Australia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of iron ores in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of iron ore production in 2019 were Australia, Brazil and China, together accounting for 70% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of iron ores to Switzerland?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of iron ore to Switzerland, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Sweden, with a 12% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of iron ores from Switzerland?

In value terms, Germany, Hungary and the U.S. constituted the largest markets for iron ore exported from Switzerland worldwide, together accounting for 87% of total exports.

What is the average export price for iron ores in Switzerland?

The average iron ore export price stood at $39 per ton in 2019, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for iron ores in Switzerland?

In 2019, the average iron ore import price amounted to $36 per ton, remaining constant against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iron ore market in Switzerland. 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 2025.

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