Key Market Indicators
Swiss metal imports are projected to rise to approximately 7.2 million metric tons by 2028, up from around 6.9 million metric tons in 2023. This represents an average annual growth rate of 0.5%. However, looking at the historical data since 1995, Swiss demand for metal has seen a slight annual decrease of 0.1% on average. In 2023, Switzerland ranked 19th globally in terms of metal imports. Ireland edged out Switzerland with nearly 6.9 million metric tons, while France, Italy, and Spain secured the second, third, and fourth positions, respectively, in the international ranking.
