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U.S.: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in the U.S.

The U.S. lignite market declined modestly to $X in 2022, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, consumption saw a pronounced shrinkage. Lignite consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Production in the U.S.

In value terms, lignite production reached $X in 2022. Over the period under review, production showed a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 37% against the previous year. Lignite production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2022, shipments abroad of lignites increased by 4% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 23%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lignite exports reached $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 29%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Spain (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and Saudi Arabia (X tons) were the main destinations of lignite exports from the United States, together comprising 53% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Brazil (with a CAGR of +42.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for lignite exported from the United States were Spain ($X), Canada ($X) and Brazil ($X), with a combined 53% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Brazil, with a CAGR of +45.7%, saw 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

In 2022, the average lignite export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -3.7% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 45%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Oman ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Japan (+12.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lignite Imports

Imports into the U.S.

After three years of growth, overseas purchases of lignites decreased by -2.1% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a pronounced setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 48% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lignite imports reduced modestly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) was the main lignite supplier to the United States, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Canada was relatively modest.

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Canada totaled -2.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average lignite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -2.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a mild shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average import price increased by 14%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Canada.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to -2.5% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, China and Turkey, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Lao People's Democratic Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 46%.

What are the largest producers of lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, Indonesia and Turkey, with a combined 42% share of global production. Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Lao People's Democratic Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of lignite to the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of lignite to the United States.

What are the leading importers of lignite from the U.S.?

In value terms, Canada, Mexico and Brazil constituted the largest markets for lignite exported from the United States worldwide, with a combined 49% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Spain, China, Germany, Israel, Australia, Saudi Arabia, the UK and Guatemala, which together accounted for a further 31%.

What is the average export price for lignite in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average lignite export price amounted to $445 per ton, rising by 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average lignite import price amounted to $117 per ton, growing by 5.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in the U.S.. 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.

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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 the U.S.
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
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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