Key Market Indicators
Saudi Arabia's paperboard imports are forecast to drop by 2.3% annually over the next five years, from 868,800 metric tons in 2021 down to 784,000 metric tons in 2026. Since 1973, imports have fallen by 6.6% each year on average. In 2021, Hungary was the top exporter to Saudi Arabia, followed by Germany, the United States and Italy. Meanwhile, Saudi paperboard exports are expected to grow by 0.2% each year, from 219,290 metric tons in 2021 to 222,520 metric tons in 2026. Since 1997, exports have decreased by 8.1% annually. In 2021, Mexico was Saudi Arabia's top export partner, followed by the United States, Sweden and Finland.
