Key Market Indicators
Ireland's exports of lead are forecast to reach $61 million by 2026, increasing by an average of 1.1% each year since 2021. This is up 7.1% on the 1997 figure. In 2021, Ireland placed 29th in the global rankings, with Austria coming in ahead at $57 million. Australia, the UK and Canada made up the top three. Meanwhile, imports of lead are expected to reach $51 million by 2026, with a 0.1% year-on-year average growth since 2021. Since 1997, demand has risen by 4.1%. Ireland ranked 29th in 2021, with Romania just ahead at $51 million. India, Germany and the UK placed second, third and fourth, respectively.
