Key Market Indicators
Portugal's exports of spreads are forecast to reach €248 million by 2026, up from €234 million in 2021. This is a growth rate of 0.9% per year on average since 2000, when exports were down 5.7%. In 2021, Portugal ranked 23rd in the world. Slovenia was the leading exporter at €234 million, followed by Germany, Poland and France. Imports of spreads into Portugal are expected to reach €16.5 million by 2026, up from €13.5 million in 2021. This is a growth rate of 3.4% per year on average since 2000, when imports increased 7.8%. In 2021, Portugal was placed 15th in the world. Croatia was the top importer at €13.5 million, followed by the United Kingdom, Germany and Belgium.
