Key Market Indicators
French prescription glasses imports are projected to plummet to approximately $53,000 by 2028, down from nearly $594,000 in 2023. This marks a sharp decline of 35.7% annually. French demand for these imports has been on a downward trajectory since 1999, decreasing by 12% each year. Meanwhile, French exports of prescription glasses also witnessed a significant drop. In 2023, exports were valued at about $3.8 million, a steep decline from $5.7 million in 2022, representing a 33.8% decrease year-over-year. Since 1999, France's supply has shrunk by 22.5% annually. In the global market, France ranked third in 2023 for prescription glasses exports. China led the market, matching France's export value of $3.8 million, while Malaysia followed closely behind, securing the fourth position in the rankings.
